"I don't know where to find cool dysphagia stuff!"
Well, ask no further! I've compiled a list of some of my very favorite dysphagia resources and products so that you can love them as much as I do! If you find something really cool that you'd like me to add to this list, shoot me an email and let me know! I'm ALWAYS eager to find new resources and learn new things!
Dysphagia Outreach Project
The Dysphagia Outreach Project is a nationwide nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide meaningful assistance to individuals across the lifespan by collecting and distributing dysphagia supplies to individuals in need, establishing a dysphagia awareness advocacy program, and providing education services relating to appropriate prescription and use of dysphagia supplies.
Dysphagia Outreach Project supports and runs the USA’s ONLY food/supply bank for low income individuals with dysphagia and feeding disorders. The support provided by Dysphagia Outreach Project happens because of a dedicated group of volunteers and 100% of all donations go to support the organization’s mission.
www.dysphagiaoutreach.org
evolutionary education solutions
What Makes Evolutionary Education Solutions Different From All The Other CEU Companies?
At Evolutionary Education Solutions we aim to provide a unique learning experience for everyone working in the Medical Speech-Language Pathology field. We combine multimodal learning techniques with the most up-to-date evidence and implementation of scientific theories. Evolutionary Education Solutions ensures that all information is current and based on the newest evidence available in the literature. Each course is consistently evolving to reflect new evidence.
How can we do that? Simple, we’ve focused on the different types of emotional intelligence and personality-specific traits to help tailor the course to each of the learners who participate. Because not everyone has the same learning style we’ve incorporated ALL of them into each of our courses. Whether you are a visual, auditory, or on-the-job learner you’ll feel like the course, both live or recorded, was made specifically for you. The instructors all have unique personalities that are engaging and dynamic.
With hundreds of hours teaching med SLP topics under their belts, all of Evolutionary Education Solutions highly passionate instructors are committed to making sure that every learner gains something meaningful from the course. They have all worked for national CEU companies as well as lectured at local universities, so you can feel safe in knowing that you’re getting experienced and knowledgeable guides through the world of Speech-Language Pathology.
Students consistently comment that not only do they learn a lot, but they have fun too.
www.evolutionaryeducationsolutions.com
Simplythick easy mix thickener
If you have ever used another thickener, from the moment you first try mixing SimplyThick EasyMix, you will immediately understand the value and the main benefit of simple beverage preparation. But there is so much more to SimplyThick EasyMix.
Thickness is maintained in the presence of saliva.
The thickening agents in SimplyThick EasyMix are not affected by amylase enzyme. Starch thickeners are broken down by amylase.
Fully hydrated - won't swell into obstructions like powder can.
The unique formulation means the thickening agents cannot swell or stick together. SimplyThick EasyMix cannot form a powder clump.
Stable
Once mixed with SimplyThick EasyMix, beverages stay mixed and don't separate.
You can prepare beverages long before they are served.
Won't continue to thicken.
Powders may not be fully hydrated when you finish mixing. So they continue to absorb liquid and thicken even after mixing.
www.simplythick.com
Savorease crispy melts
REAL FOOD. REAL SCIENCE. REAL RESULTS.
Imagine for the first time a crispy, crunchy functional food for dysphagia and feeding needs. Awaken senses, stimulate chewing muscles and improve nutrition with plant-based foods.
The difference is we added all the extras to give you:
✨ Better nutrition for growing bodies
✨ Easy digestion - dairy and gluten-free
✨ Easy to chew and swallow for safety
✨ Easy grasp for self-feeding
✨ A vegan cheese that tastes like real cheese but is made with veggies!
www.savorease.com
Rije Cup
The RiJe® Dysphagia Cup is a drinking aid designed to improve hydration and increase independence.
Designed with the help of Speech Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapists, the RiJe Cup assists with safe swallowing of liquids promotes rehabilitation and independence. The RiJe Cup is the only assistive drinking device that works with thin and nectar-thick liquids IDDSI Levels 0, 1 and 2.
Automatically dispenses a set amount of thin and nectar-thickened liquids to promote safe small swallows.
Can be adjusted to dispense 3 to 15 milliliters of the liquids to arrive at the most satisfying sip amount.
Delivers one sip at a time through a straw from the cup’s rim.
The nosey cup design allows the user’s chin in a neutral position.
Ergonomic handles are built with comfort in mind.
Does Not Leak.
It is built to withstand accidental drops and to prevent spillage of entire content.
Dishwasher safe, non-latex, and non-BPA.
www.rije.ca
emst 150
The EMST150 is the most scientifically tested, clinically proven, handheld expiratory muscle strength trainer available! Designed by a well-respected team of researchers, the one-of-a-kind EMST150 device now has nearly two decades worth of evidence-based outcomes. The EMST150 research team and scientists worldwide know that the simple use of the EMST150 over a short period of time results in an unquestionable improvement in breathing force while improving the strength of cough, swallow, and voice. In trial after trial, the EMST150 training system has shown significant improvements in the strength of healthy individuals and individuals diagnosed with neurological/neurogenic diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, head and neck cancer, multiple sclerosis, ALS, and spinal cord injury, as well as snoring and sleep apnea (OSA). The latest studies also show promising results in other types of disease, including Pompe and Huntington’s chorea.
www.EMST150.com
The Modern Medslp
What is The Modern MedSLP?
The Modern MedSLP has been designed by Brooke Richardson, a practicing Medical SLP who has a vision of making continuing education clinically-relevant, affordable, and efficient for busy SLPs.
As a clinician, I understand the challenges of seeing patients in an ever-evolving medical world (ahem, COVID19 pandemic, I see you too). I don't get time or money for continuing education from my employer, and I've found that a lot of available clinical education just isn't relevant to what I do day in and day out. So I want to make sure that when I do use my time and money on continuing education, I want it to be top-notch and applicable. I don't know about you, but I've noticed a massive gap between education and practice.
Because of this, I've built The Modern MedSLP. Here, you're empowered with choice to build the custom learning plan that suits your clinical needs-- and your budget-- best.