Archives by Year: 2024

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Sexual Abuse Prevention

Do you have the tools to help prevent sexual abuse to those with disabilities? Get the facts and the resources to help protect and prevent sexual abuse. Read More ›

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Semi-Annual Analysis

Summit DD completed the Semi-Annual Analysis for 2024. Find out how this year compares to last. Read More ›

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MUI Reporting Best Practices

Timely reporting of MUIs to Summit DD is crucial to protect those we serve and to help Investigative Agents identify all the relevant causes to an incident for strong prevention planning. Check out these best practice reminders for your reporting. Read More ›

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Food for Thought: Pharyngeal – Phase III of a Normal Swallow

Summit DD Eat Safe logoThere are 4 Phases to Eating and swallowing. Some phases involve voluntary actions, and some involve involuntary (reflexive) actions.  Each phase requires timing and coordination on its own and in coordination with the other phases to ensure that food and drink get to the stomach safely. During the Oral Phase of the swallow the prepared food/drink (bolus) moves through the mouth. Read More ›

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