Anne Claffey

[Jenny Kirwan SLT @kirwan_jenny]

A fascinating overview by Dr David Smithard of frailty and of how the symptom of dysphagia is, in fact, a geriatric syndrome @iaslt @MaterFIT

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

Data that resonates with my own clinical experience - that for an older person, requiring SLT in ED is associated with increased frailty, delirium & higher mortality in next 1000 days @MullingarFIT - thank you @kirwan_jenny @OrlaBoyle_SLT @EoinLynchSLT

[Jenny Kirwan SLT @kirwan_jenny]

Joining @OrlaBoyle_SLT and @EoinLynchSLT in presenting our findings on SLT role within ED frailty teams for @iaslt webinar on SLT working in frailty , really interesting trends across @MaterFIT @GediTuh @WexFit

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

Mind blown

[The author, Séamas O'Reilly @shockproofbeats]

Been about five years since I first read this, on the English language's *completely universal but totally invisible* adjective hierarchy, and I can honestly say I've thought about it most days since.

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

Looking forward to getting clarity on this one with @OPSYRIS1

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

In my role as an SLT, I try to support families to focus on ‘being guided by the person’ when it comes to eating and drinking as end of life approaches. Wonderful thread from @drkathrynmannix recognising that hard place between supporting well being vs ‘giving up on’ a loved one

[Kathryn Mannix @drkathrynmannix]

With thanks to @richardodurrant for permission to share our DMs.
Worries about lack of nutrition at the end of life are very common, & should always be taken seriously.
I'm talking here about dying from an illness, & how dying impacts appetite & gut function.
cc @APMPostTweets
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[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

A really informative insight in to the role of SLT in obstructive sleep apnoea by @EmmaWallacePhD as part of the ‘Where Breathing meets Swallowing’ conference - so much potential for SLT involvement across diagnostics and treatment to improve patient outcomes @dysphagiasigire

[AHPDementia @AhpDementia]

As dementia progresses & language becomes less useful, other means of communication dominate. Remember that people can recognise meaning in your tone of voice, facial expression & body language. Make it matter.#WithSLTuCan

[Age_and_Ageing @Age_and_Ageing]

Palliative care for older people with dementia—we need a paradigm shift in our approach https://t.co/GjZubyS4Ql

[Angela Bradshaw @AngeBradshaw_AE]

What matters most to people with #dementia and their caregivers?

Great presentation by @Hopper__Louise on the co-design of a national dementia registry for 🇮🇪, referencing the @IMI2_ROADMAP systematic review by @MJSmith0611, @ChrisBintener and others #ADI2022

[Susan Williams @SusanWilliams__]

A brilliant piece - are we deciding our older adults' 'rehab potential' based off the resources we can give to them in a system not designed to meet our older adults' needs? https://t.co/ncDHRR6y39

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

@MullingarFIT

[PSI Division of Neuropsychology @DONPSI]

Register now for our upcoming webinar on delirium, Fri Feb 11th, aimed at Psychologists and other healthcare professionals.
Event coordinated by @melanieryberg and @mcdermgl

https://t.co/VlWNUjEifW

There is a nominal fee but if this is not possible for you, please email us.

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

A privilege to be looked after by the wonderful and kind Staff in Moate Vaccination Centre - working hard on a Sunday. See you again in three weeks time! @HSELive

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

@MullingarFIT

[PSI Division of Neuropsychology @DONPSI]

SAVE THE DATE
Our next webinar on delirium and takes place on Friday 11th February. We are still putting the schedule together but wanted to let you know. Registration will open in the coming weeks. Thanks to @melanieryberg for leading on this

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

“We sometimes think the words are enough, no matter who says them or what is said. But it’s part of who we are, it’s more than just words. It’s how you say them, it’s the meaning behind them.” https://t.co/oLQwI8mxSf

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

@DONPSI @melanieryberg @A_MacLullich @Age_Matters @ZoeTieges @mcdermgl What a line up! - date saved!!!

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

Ditto! - if those who take the e-learning modules gain even a fraction of the knowledge I took from exceptional SLT colleagues during their development, the future of SLT practice & service delivery for people living with dementia is bright!! @DSIDCDementia @iaslt @MullingarFIT

[Lisa Sheridan @LisaSheridan13]

Delighted to be involved in this excellent resource for SLTs 🙌🏻

[British Geriatrics Society @GeriSoc]

🚨New BGS position statement published today!🚨

Person-centred acute hospital care for people with dementia, written by @Age_and_Ageing Editor in Chief @RowanHarwood.

https://t.co/jlW91AQU0F

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

@STOKee62 Definitely worth quoting the full passage - thank you!

[Anne Claffey @aclaff2]

“Vulnerability is not a criterion of incapacity” - expert panel discussion driving home the need to be transparent and open with the individual when a trigger for capacity assessment is identified @DONPSI #neuropsychologyADMA #maximisingcapacity #assisteddecisionmaking