Nutrition for people living with Cerebral Palsy Part 1
The relationship between CP and nutrition and tips to assist management
The presentation covers:
- An explanation of what cerebral palsy is
- Common CP symptoms and their nutrition impact on:
- Upper GI including oral swallow
- Gastric motility and passage
- Mealtime experience
- Healthy weight maintenance
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About the Presenter
Shannyn Thatcher, APD has worked in the disability sector for three years. She is a passionate about supporting people with disabilities to lead more fulfilling, healthier, and happier lives through improved nutrition.
Shannyn and her team at The Realeatitian, specialise in complex nutrition care, particularly for individuals living with cerebral palsy (CP), enteral feeding (including blended feeding), and assisting clients in overcoming oral food aversions. Shannyn is a remarkable advocate and resource when it comes to increasing the role of dietitians in the NDIS.
You may also be interested in Shannyn's 3 part series on A dietitian’s guide to working in the NDIS
- Part 1 Recognising NDIS eligibility and assisting your clients to access the NDIS
- Part 2 Working in the NDIS; referrals, dietitian role, invoicing
- Part 3 Report writing
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- Access to a recording of the presentation
- Presentation notes
- Assessment quiz and certificate
- Suggested further reading
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