Care or management plans should always be individualised and should detail the advice provided by either speech and language therapists or dieticians. The plan should detail the patient's specific needs, any recommendations or actions required to achieve specific goals, and also the process to review the patient's response to the management process. All care plans should be reviewed regularly to ensure they continue to meet the needs of the patient.

It is essential that carers and patients are involved in the care planning and management of the condition. This reduces the risk of non-compliance with recommended management strategies. Adults with learning difficulties may find it hard to understand the implication of their swallowing problem. Consequently, it is important that their carers recognise the need to follow any management plan to reduce the risk of aspiration or choking.