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Introductory Session
We discuss the paid feeding assistant regulation requirements, training logistics, and staff recruitment strategies. This session is intended for the key contact person at each facility (e.g., DON, Administrator, Staff Developer) to prepare for training.
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Key Topics:
- What is the training series? How will it be run?
- Why should your facility participate?
- What are training requirements?
- Which staff should participate in training?
Session 1: Assistance with Feeding & Hydration
Key Topics:
- Paid Feeding Assistant Regulation Overview
- Resident Risk Factors
- Warning Signs of Malnutrition & Dehydration
- Role of Feeding Assistants
Session 2: Diet Types
Key Topics:
- Texture modified diets
- Therapeutic diets
- Thickened liquids
- Adaptive (eating) equipment
Session 3: Appropriate Feeding Techniques
Key Topics:
- Preparing the Dining Environment
- Proper Resident Positioning
- Types of Feeding Assistance
- Specific Feeding Techniques
Session 4: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Key Topics:
- Fundamentals of Positive Communication
- Verbal v. Non-verbal Communication
- FOCUS with Dementia Residents
Session 5: Appropriate Responses to Resident Behavior
Key Topics:
- Causes and Contexts of Resident Behavior
- Approaches to Handle Difficult Behaviors
Session 6: Recognizing Changes in Residents
Key Topics:
- Dysphagia
- Aspiration
- INTERACT (STOP AND WATCH)
- Reporting Resident Changes to Nursing
- Related Links: Nestle Dysphagia Clip and New Jersey Department of Human Services "Managing Dysphagia" Clip
Session 7: Safety Procedures & Infection Control
Key Topics:
- Potential Safety Hazards
- Choking
- Disease Transmission
- Handwashing
Infection Control Measures in Food Service
Session 8: Resident Rights
Key Topics:
- Basic Principles of Resident Rights
- Definitions of Abuse & Neglect
- Reporting Abuse & Neglect
- Feeding Assistant's Role in Maintaining Resident Rights