Welcome To TTMD-Revised
Feeding and Swallowing Management Program for Long-Term Care
The purpose of the revised version of the TTMD is to provide long-term care facilities with a comprehensive dysphagia management program that combines best practice, education and a structured approach to interdisciplinary care to enhance the safety and quality of life for residents.
Systematic Identification
Systematically identify residents in long-term care who have feeding and swallowing disorders with the use of a standard screening form
Identify residents who require a full assessment by a Speech-Language Pathologist
Use of the TTMD-R will identify residents with dysphagia who require further assessment and rehabilitation of their swallowing disorder by a speech-language pathologist. The use of the program helps to streamline referrals by building the capacity of the interdisciplinary team.
Formulate a Management Plan
Determine an appropriate diet texture and liquid consistency and a basic management plan for residents with swallowing impairments.
Education Programs for Staff
Implement standard feeding and swallowing education for staff to reduce the risk of problems associated with dysphagia in long-term care such as aspiration pneumonia, malnutrition and choking.