DYSPHAGIA BLOG
Celebrating National Carers Week: The Unsung Heroes in Dysphagia Care
As we celebrate National Carers Week (October 13–19, 2024), it’s time to recognise and honour the extraordinary individuals who dedicate their lives to caring for others. This year’s theme, “Millions of Reasons to Care,” invites us to reflect on the countless reasons carers make such a profound impact on our society. It is a powerful reminder of how essential carers are in our community, especially when supporting those with complex needs like dysphagia.
Speech Pathology and Parkinson’s Disease
While the tremors and rigidity are commonly associated with Parkinson's, the speech and swallowing challenges often come as a surprise. Enter speech pathology – a critical field dedicated to understanding and treating communication and swallowing disorders.
Eating seasonally with dysphagia
Eating seasonally isn't just a culinary trend; it's a way to nourish our bodies with the freshest, most flavourful ingredients nature has to offer. For individuals managing dysphagia, the journey of creating delicious, nutritious meals can be challenging. However, by embracing the bounty of each season, we can turn this challenge into an opportunity to explore a world of fresh flavours.
Dysphagia, but make it to go
It’s a common story told by so many of my clients. They skip the morning coffee or afternoon catch-up with friends because there is nothing suitable to eat. I want to remind you that you’re more than your dysphagia diagnosis. Food is an integral part of your life, it just requires simple modifications so that you can continue enjoying the things close to your heart…
NDIS and assistive technology
Part of your NDIS plan may include a budget for Assistive Technology (AT). Although ‘technology’ is in the name, an AT item does not necessarily need to be a high-tech item. AT is any piece of equipment that lets you perform a task you wouldn’t otherwise be able to do, or makes it easier and safer for you to perform a task. The Simply Modified cookbook can fall under the AT umbrella, if it is linked to the goals within your plan. So, think creatively about what your NDIS goals are, and how ‘technology’ can help you achieve them. NDIS goals can be as broad or as specific as you like, as long as they are related to your needs…