
09/18/2025
Mr. Caldwell came to us with a trach and peg tube placed. This is necessary, so he can receive the medication and nutrition he needs, because of his inability to swallow safely. Our Speech Therapist, Karen, has been working with Mr. Caldwell over the last couple of months on strengthening his swallow muscles. As Mr. Caldwell began to improve, his trach was removed, and Karen slowly started introducing him to ice chips to assess his swallowing ability. Every day, Mr. Caldwell got stronger and stronger, until finally, Karen started having him try pureed and easy to chew textures. Because of the hard work of Karen and the rest of our Therapy and Nursing Team, Mr. Caldwell is now able to enjoy three solid meals a day, along with his favorite snack, POTATO CHIPS! From ice chips to potato chips all in two months! Thank you, Karen for all of your time and dedication; and congratulations to Mr. Caldwell!