The Dysphagia elearning programme has been updated to help healthcare staff better manage the condition with people in care homes, hospitals and community settings. Check it out for free here: orlo.uk/52zLW Sheffield Hospitals NHS England Workforce, Training and Education @rcslt #swallowaware2024

Amazing technology - Stroke ward Thomas Young @StGeorgesTrust - trial of dispensed pre mixed thickened drinks machines,you can set the IDDSI level! they taste good too -thanks to Mitie catering,this will help patients, save time for ward staff, improve consistency too! N&H Week

Petition: Increase investment in Speech and Language Therapy. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/6579…

Every April a group of #NHS professionals make a short film about living with #Parkinsons This year it’s about physical activity But who has been diagnosed the longest (watch to the end 🎬) youtu.be/8RSHGsajDHY?fe… Music: bensound.com License code: CCSE7YOQFLF0YQSM

On behalf of Lewy Body Dementias PIA I'm very excited to share an invite to our upcoming "Clinical Case Reports" webinar on May 13th. Hosted by our own Federico Rodríguez-Porcel, it will discuss how our evolving understanding of LBD can influence both your clinical practice & research.

Amazing Hello Kitty and Unari-kun motif loos in Narita イオン

Ahead of Dementia Awareness Week, we have published new guidance, resources and a position paper to support SLTs working with people with dementia. The guidance highlights best practice, provides practical guidance and signposts to other resources. 🔗 rcslt.info/dementiaguidan…

Today is #dysarthriaawarnessday Research into dysarthria is essential. If you have MND or know someone who does please consider being part of this research

A lovely gift for our Head and Neck Cancer team from a patient- well done guys! :)

When we have specific needs we look for professional expertise & experience in that area. People who are diagnosed with #PrimaryProgressiveAphasia tell us that they find, & value that Dyscover #DementiaActionWeek

Is it possible to spoil your baby by being too responsive? The short answer is no. Somewhere along the way, we developed the notion that letting babies “cry it out” was good for them. In reality, it’s just the opposite. Warm and responsive relationships help infants develop

As a parent, lap reading is a joy. It’s a chance to cuddle your little one, while exposing them to rich vocabulary, concepts of print, and the wonder of books. When it comes to infants, however, lap reading can deprive babies of their favorite (and most important) sight: YOU.

Its that time of year again- Silsden Primary PTA colour run 😊

Turned out to be a gorgeous afternoon at the Lexus Ilklety trophy tennis tournament!

🌟 Watch out for some exciting changes at RCSLT for CEN management over the next few months 😊 🌟 We’re pausing our CEN until everything is up & running so please do enjoy your summer & you’ll hear from us in the Autumn about our 2025 plans 🌟 Keep sharing your ideas on topics!

There’s no time to waste, so I've been out on my first visit as Education Secretary. I want to see a sea change in early years. That's why we'll deliver: 🗣️ Speech & language support 🧮 A focus on early maths 🥣 Breakfast clubs Thanks to Ark Schools & Ventures for a fantastic visit 🌻

Looks like the Year 6’s enjoyed their last colour run today Silsden Primary 😊

Class of 24 Silsden Primary Marking the end of Year 6 with a walk up Silver How, looking down on Grasmere and Rydal Water 😊

👀 Calling all SLTs interested in Parkinson’s & Lewy Body Dementia 😊 This webinar (9/10/24) looks at how communication changes for the person, examples of SLT Mx, plus supporting families, and patient/carer perspectives on MDT communication lewybody.org/professional-r… RCSLTLearn

Are you a SLT (or AHP/nurse) wanting to find out more about how communication matters in Lewy body dementia? Here’s just the webinar for you from the Lewy body community of practice 😊 with a guest spot from Dr Anna Volkmer Please share Lewy Body Society RCSLTLearn RCSLT 💙 Parkinson's UK