Useful Dysphagia Websites

Here you will find a list of some helpful dysphagia websites.
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  • IDDSI

    The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. A global initiative to support dysphagia awareness and safety, including free patient handouts and resources.

    https://iddsi.org/

  • Enjoy Safe Meals

    A University of Technology Sydney initiative to support the safety of people during mealtimes. An online training program with free resources to support people with dysphagia, their carers and health professionals to provide safe and enjoyable meals.

    https://enjoysafemeals.com/

  • Dysphagia Cafe

    An organisation providing reliable and accessible resources to people living with dysphagia and their team.

    https://dysphagiacafe.com/

  • National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders

    A not-for-profit organisation providing swallowing education with patient and carer support. All of our resources are free to access, including monthly webinars for people living with dysphagia, their loved ones, and the healthcare community.

    https://swallowingdisorderfoundation.com/

  • Speech Pathology Australia

    The peak governing body for Australian Speech Pathologists. The website lists various resources, including a directory of certified practising clinicians.

    https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au

  • Dietitians Australia

    Australia’s leading voice in nutrition and dietetics. Fostering research to support evidence-based practice. The website lists various resources, including a ‘Find a Dietitian’ tab to help you access clinicians around Australia.

    https://dietitiansaustralia.org.au/

  • Head and Neck Cancer Australia

    Hosts a comprehensive library of information sheets, animations, videos and podcasts developed by leading Head and Neck Cancer clinicians across Australia and New Zealand.

    https://www.headandneckcancer.org.au/resources/

  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (PMCC)

    Client focused videos demonstrating bolus feeds, laryngectomy care, and thickening fluids.

    https://education.eviq.org.au/videos-webinars/videos/nutrition-and-speech-pathology

  • The Blend

    A magazine written by mum and author Melanie Dimmitt. The Blend explores stories, advice and recipes for tube feeding.

    2nd edition out now.

    https://www.theblendmag.com/

  • Parkinson's Australia

    The ‘Information Sheets’ page provides a wealth of resources to help clients in navigating changes related to Parkinson’s Disease, including swallowing, nutrition and oral health.

    https://www.parkinsons.org.au/information-sheets

  • Dementia Australia

    Provides an extensive list of resources, videos, and factsheets to support clients and their families in navigating changes related to dementia.

    https://www.dementia.org.au/

  • Stroke Foundation

    A fact sheet on managing changes in swallowing post stroke.

    https://strokefoundation.org.au/

    ENABLE ME was created by the Stroke Foundation specifically for clients and carers. Here you can find videos, fact sheets exploring dysphagia, nutrition and oral health.

    https://enableme.org.au/resources/swallowing

  • Eating with Dignity

    Eating with Dignity is a small independent charity, promoting the enjoyment and safety of mealtimes with various resources.

    https://www.eatingwithdignity.org/

  • Blended Tube Feeding

    Simplify your transition from formula to nutritious, blended food with Blended Tube Feeding's virtual program and online resources. Ran by Hilarie, Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Pediatrics.

    Recipe ebook and online program available now

    https://blendedtubefeeding.com/

  • Textured Concept Foods

    Produce nutritious, value-added texture modified products for people with dysphagia. With a big focus on substance, variety, convenience, safety and the enjoyment from food everyone deserves.

    https://texturedconceptfoods.com.au/

  • Swallow Prompt App

    An app designed to help people who have difficulty in managing their saliva. Compatible with Apple and Android devices, the app sets subtle reminders to help with saliva management.

    https://speechtools.co/swallow-prompt

  • Tactus Therapy - Dysphagia App

    An app that assists clinicians in creating treatment programs for clients experiencing dysphagia. It includes handouts that can be printed or emailed directly to clients.

    https://tactustherapy.com/app/dysphagia/

  • Ruby Berry

    A dried fruit product that contains Miraculin, a taste-modifying protein which activates the taste receptors on the tongue.

    https://www.rubyberry.com/

  • Life Vac Australia

    The LifeVac is a unique one-way suction device developed to respond to choking.

    https://www.lifevac.net.au/