Speech and language therapy
The Speech and Language Therapy service (known as SALT) teams can assess swallowing and give advice on diet or fluid modification, as well as any changes to positioning, behaviour, utensils, etc, that may reduce any risks for people with dementia.
If there are concerns regarding swallowing, a referral can be made to the local SALT team by any qualified health professional, such as a doctor or nurse.
You can find out more on our two SALT pages: