Topic-Based Virtual Dysphagia Support Group
The Joy of Flavor & Texture: Enhancing Eating Experiences with Dysphagia
Thursday, February 27 | 6:30 – 7:30pm Eastern
Join us for an engaging and interactive virtual support group meeting led by Reva Barewal, DDS and founder of Savorease Therapeutic Foods, who will provide expert insights on enhancing the eating experience for those living with dysphagia.
Breakout rooms will allow for conversation on creative ways to bring joy back to mealtime through thoughtful approaches to flavor, texture, and sensory enjoyment. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare provider, you’ll be invited to share and learn practical tips to help make meals more satisfying and enjoyable.
The session will be moderated by Reva Barewal, MS, DDS, as well as a team of professionals with extensive experience in this area:
- Reva Barewal, MS, DDS: A prosthodontist with over 20 years of experience working in private practice with adults and children requiring oral reconstruction, Reva is also a clinical assistant professor in the department of Pulmonology and Critical Care at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU). More recently, using her background as a French culinary chef, she created the first truly dissolvable functional food for people with dysphagia. She is now the founder of Savorease Therapeutic Foods.
What to Expect:
- Creative Culinary Tips: Discover ways to enhance the flavor and texture of meals while maintaining safe swallowing practices.
- Expert-Led Discussion: Gain insights from experts in dysphagia-friendly meal preparation.
- Breakout Rooms: Share your experiences and learn about modifying recipes and enhancing eating experiences from others with swallowing difficulty.
- Shared Experiences: Hear tips and success stories from others navigating dietary restrictions due to dysphagia.
- Practical Resources: Receive ideas and recommendations to make mealtimes more enjoyable, nutritious, and satisfying.
While this meeting is sponsored by Savorease Therapeutic Foods, the NFOSD does not promote specific brands, products, or services. This support group is intended to provide educational insights and community connection but is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment recommendations.
How to Register:
Please fill out the form below to register. You’ll receive an email with the meeting link within 5 minutes of registering and a calendar invite within 24 hours of signing up.
Register now and join us in raising awareness, fostering community, and improving the lives of those impacted by dysphagia!
Disclosure / Release of Liability Clause
By registering for and participating in this virtual support group meeting, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- Information Provided is Educational Only:
The content discussed during this meeting, including any information, guidance, or recommendations provided by moderators or participants, is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This meeting is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. - No Endorsement of Products or Services:
While this meeting is sponsored by Savorease, the National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders does not promote or endorse any specific products, services, treatments, or companies. The presence of any product representatives is for informational purposes only, and no medical or product-specific endorsements are implied. - Assumption of Risk:
You acknowledge that participation in this meeting, including any actions taken based on the information shared, is voluntary and at your own risk. NFOSD, its officers, employees, volunteers, moderators, and sponsors will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of information discussed in the meeting. - Privacy and Confidentiality:
By registering, you agree that the NFOSD and its meeting moderators will take reasonable steps to protect your privacy during this meeting. However, you acknowledge that virtual meetings carry inherent privacy risks. Please refrain from sharing any confidential or sensitive personal information.
