Feeding Assistance for Residents with Eating Challenges in Long Term Care Settings

Disclaimer: Consultative services, including presentations and information, provided by the Adult Foster Care Licensing Division is pursuant to the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act, 1979 PA 218, specifically MCL 400.709 to aid in compliance with the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act and applicable administrative rules. These consultative services do not replace or supersede any specific state licensure or federal regulation, inspection, investigation, or enforcement. It is the responsibility of the AFC licensee to know and follow state licensure regulations. References Chan, N. (2020, November 25). 7 Ways to Ease Eating and Swallowing Difficulties. Being Patient. Retrieved October 11, 2024, from https://www.beingpatient.com/caregive... Chan, N. (2020, November 19). Dysphagia: Navigating Difficulty With Swallowing and Dementia. Being Patient. Retrieved October 11, 2024, from https://www.beingpatient.com/trouble-... Sheikh, Z. (2023, August 17). Swallowing Problems. WebMD. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disor... (2024, July 31). Dysphagia. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-c... (n.d.). Food and Eating. Alzheimer's Association. Retrieved October 9, 2024, from https://www.alz.org/help-support/care... (2023, August 20). Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing). Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved October 11, 2024, from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health... Starr, L. (2022, January 28). Dementia and food: 13 tips to make sure a senior is eating enough. Care. Retrieved October 11, 2024, from https://www.care.com/c/dementia-makin...