** 'STRATEGIES for EASING the DIFFICULTY in SWALLOWING' !! **

1. TAKE A SMALL SIP OF DRINK.

2. HOLD IN MOUTH FOR THREE (3) SECONDS.

3. SWALLOW ! !


** REMEMBER TO TAKE A SMALL SIP OF DRINK AFTER EVERY TWO (2) MOUTHFULS OF FOOD.


Safe Swallowing Strategies:

1. DO NOT SPEAK or LAUGH when EATING and DRINKING.

2. REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE WHEN EATING AND DRINKING (E.G., TURN OFF TELEVISION) TO INCREASE CONCENTRATION.

BON APETIT !


* (copy this page and put on your fridge)