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Mentoring Moments IDDSI Implementation and Transition

Mon 16 Jan 2023 1:00 PM - Thu 8 Jun 2023 2:30 PM EST Online, Zoom
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Mentoring Moments IDDSI Implementation and Transition

Mon 16 Jan 2023 1:00 PM - Thu 8 Jun 2023 2:30 PM EST Online, Zoom
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REGISTER NOW for the Canadian IDDSI Reference Group’s (CIRG’s) new course: “Mentoring Moments IDDSI Implementation and Transition.” This course is proudly sponsored by Aramark Canada.

It is intended for anyone interested in guidance in transitioning to the International Dysphagia Diet Standards for texture modification in a healthcare setting. The course participants will work together with IDDSI Mentors to learn about transitioning to IDDSI. Participants do NOT have to be actively transitioning while taking this course.

Registration: Register by November 30th, 2022 (Spaces are limited to only 30 participants.)

Cost: 1 participant: $150 CAD per person, 2 or more participants: $125 CAD/person
(If you are purchasing for an odd number of people, please buy all pairs of passes first and email office[@]iddsi.org to request assistance with purchasing your single pass at the discounted amount.)

Refund Policy: Refunds, less an administrative fee of $25.00 CAD, are available up until Wednesday, January 4, 2023, and will be returned to the original credit card used to make the purchase. 

Session Dates and Planned Topics:

January 16, 2023: IDDSI Basics

  • Leadership and Support
  • Subject Matter Expertise – IDDSI Framework and Audit Criteria
  • Phase 1 and Phase 2 Implementation
  • Communication with Stakeholders

March 16, 2023: Phase 1 Planning

  • Phase 1 Team Training
  • Creating a Phase 1 Plan
  • Food Service Preparations
  • Recipe Mapping Process

April 13, 2023: Phase 1 Implementation

  • Recipe Testing/Documentation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Menu planning with IDDSI
  • Finalizing Phase 1

May 11, 2023: Phase 2 Planning

  • Phase 2 Team Training
  • Creating a Phase 2 Plan
  • Training and education for All Staff
  • Communication with Stakeholders

June 8, 2023: Phase 2 Implementation

  • Clinical Considerations
  • Policy and Procedure Updates
  • Ongoing IDDSI Processes
  • Celebration
  • Pay It Forward

Session Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm EST

Platform: Zoom

Course Format: 90 minute sessions with the following breakdown:

  • 30 minutes theory and workbook review
  • 30 minutes practical instruction/homework assignment
  • 30 minutes group discussion/mentorship

Course Certificate of Completion: Provided with participation in all sessions