A training program that builds nursing assistants’ skills related to dining, swallowing disorders, and safe feeding assistance. Topics covered include: normal swallowing; signs and symptoms of disordered swallowing; diets and liquid consistencies; assistive eating devices; safe meal time guidelines. Author: Jennifer A. Brush, MA, CCC/SLP This Training Program Includes:

• CD with a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation
• Trainer’s speaking text for each slide
• Three interactive exercises lasting 5-15 minutes each
• 8-minute DVD – Solutions to meal time challenges
• Participant handouts
• Nursing assistant skills checklist