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Presbyphagia: A Three Part Series

Presented by: Lysa Johnson,MAS CCC SLP. ECDCS, DCC-CI, PAC-CT
Erin Butler, M.S.,CCC-SLP

COURSE AVAILABLE MAY 1, 2025 – MAY 1, 2030

NOTE:  The Request for ASHA CEUs form is now located on the Quiz page, you can fill it out when you take the quiz.

After this course, you will be able to…

  • Identify typical age-related changes in swallowing function that occur in healthy aging adults.

  • Describe how presbyphagia can progress to clinical dysphagia in aging adults.

  • Identify appropriate screening, assessment, and treatment options for aging adults with swallowing changes.

Can I get continuing education for this webinar?

To successfully complete this course, participants must meet the following requirements: achieve a minimum score of 80 on the course quiz, complete all questions on the quiz, and submit the quiz within 14 days of taking the course.

Course Content

The following resources are included in this course:

  • The Role of the SLP in Identifying Changes to the Swallow with Aging – Part 1

  • The Role of the SLP in Identifying Changes to the Swallow with Aging – Part 2

  • The Role of the SLP in Addressing Changes to the Swallow with Aging – Part 3

Speaker Information and Disclosures

Lysa Johnson received her Masters Degrees in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Minnesota- Duluth. She is a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Clinical Mentor and Rehabilitation Program Development Specialist with Benedictine.  Mrs. Johnson holds ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, is a member of ASHA Special Interest Group 13 (Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders), a member of the Twin Cities Speech Language Pathology Organization and has fifteen years’ experience as an SLP. She is a certified Dementia Capable Care Trainer, Teepa Snow Dementia Educator and Alzheimer’s outreach Mentor.  Ms. Johnson sits on the Leadership and Corporate sponsors board for Dementia Action Alliance, the ‘Evidence based practices’ committee for Faith Community Nurse Network and is a collaborative program partner for ACP. Her clinical focus includes interdisciplinary program development, life enrichment, restorative wellness and dementia care in addition to ethics, insurance regulations across care settings, patient and clinician education and leadership. Ms. Johnson is a Clinical Fellowship Supervisor, New Hire SLP Mentor and Clinical Advisor for the Medical SLP Collective. And in her free time enjoys volunteering with the USWCA and coaching youth curling.

FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:

  • Received Honorarium from MedSLP Collective for previous creation if this 3 part resource series

NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:

  • None

Erin Butler, M.S.,CCC-SLP

Erin Butler is a Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her degree from Bowling Green State University in 2012. Erin has experience across various medical settings including skilled nursing, long-term care and home health. After 10 years in the SNF/LTC, Erin transitioned to and currently practices in home healthcare across Northwest Ohio. She has enjoyed the change of pace and new experiences in the home health setting. Her primary interest areas are swallowing disorders as well as dementia care to facilitate each individual’s highest level of quality of life throughout the entirety of the disease process.

FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:

  • Honoraria (for previous development of this content through the Medical SLP Collective)

NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:

  • None

Additional FAQs

Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?

To successfully complete this course, participants must meet the following requirements: achieve a minimum score of 80 on the course quiz, complete all questions on the quiz, and submit the quiz within 14 days of taking the course.

What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?  

Click here to view our policy:  https://medslpcollective.com/cancellation-of-courses-and-events/

What can I do if I have a complaint?  

Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com

Who is this webinar appropriate for?  

The target audience for this content is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.

What if I need special accommodations?  

If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com

Course Content

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