Tag: advocacy
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Thickened Liquids: Safety, Hydration and the Real Trade-offs
When someone is having difficulties with swallowing drinks safely, thickened liquids are one of the most common recommendations. And it makes sense when you understand the level of timing coordination that your body needs to close off the airway. If you spill a cup of water, the liquid spreads very quickly across the surface. If…
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Introducing the Altered Elevated Project: Making Dining Out More Inclusive
Dining out isn’t just about food, it’s about connection. Whether it’s catching up with friends, celebrating a milestone, or enjoying a spontaneous lunch with family, restaurants are a cornerstone of social life. But for individuals with dysphagia (difficulty chewing/swallowing) those moments can be inaccessible, even isolating. That’s where the Altered Elevated Project comes in. As…