NFOSD Virtual Swallowing Support Group

We recognize that support groups can help bring together people facing similar issues. We also recognize that those with dysphagia may have barriers to attending in-person swallowing support groups for several reasons: they don’t exist in your location, you have physical disabilities that prevent you from easily traveling outside your home, and more.

Please note: These meetings are for persons directly impacted by swallowing disorders (patients, caregivers) and not speech-language pathologists.




A support group is not replacement for standard medical or psychological advice and care, but a support group can be an additional valuable resource to help you make connections with others facing similar challenges.

The adult swallowing support group will be moderated by Sonia Blue, a licensed marriage and family therapist who has a swallowing disorder, and Jan Pryor, a speech-language pathologist who is board-certified in the treatment of swallowing and swallowing disorders.

The pediatric swallowing support group will be moderated by Sonia Blue and Donna Edwards, who is a speech-language pathologist, board-certified in the treatment of swallowing and swallowing disorders, who is also the parent of a child who experienced dysphagia following a stroke and brain injury.

Questions? Email us at info@nfosd.com.