WELCOME TO
Swallowing Recovery Solutions
Swallowing Recovery Solutions, previously known as Maumee Bay Mobile Speech Services, is an adult-focused speech-language pathology practice tailored to meet the needs of adults and elders suffering from changes in breathing and swallowing.
Our approach is collaborative and person-centered, meaning we work with you or your loved one to understand how your unique challenges are affecting your daily life. We then develop goals to focus on the aspects of dysphagia and swallowing management that are important to you so you can confidently eat out with others, increase nutrition and hydration, prevent or reduce choking, and get back to living your best life.
We offer outpatient dysphagia and swallowing management services in your home, our office, or in the virtual space. We are licensed in Ohio & Michigan!
Using Evidence-Based Treatments to Help Your Reach Your Goals
We offer the use of many unique tools and programs such as Mobili-T sEMG biofeedback, Dysphagia Intervention for the Esophageal Zone (DIEZ) Technique, McNeil Dysphagia Treatment Program (MDTP) for dysphagia treatment, and Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) - Loud for individuals with Parkinson's Disease.
Mind-Body Connection
The act of swallowing is not merely mechanical; it is also influenced by stress, anxiety, and emotional states. For instance, heightened stress can exacerbate swallowing difficulties by increasing muscle tension or triggering hyperawareness of normal swallowing. Conversely, chronic dysphagia can lead to significant mental health challenges, including social isolation, fear of eating, and a diminished quality of life. Addressing dysphagia through a mind-body approach acknowledges these dual aspects, aiming to improve both physical swallowing function and emotional resilience.
Swallowing / Dysphagia
Dysphagia rarely occurs in isolation; it is typically a symptom of a broader medical condition. Common causes include... Neurological disorders: Stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, ALS, and dementia often disrupt the neural pathways essential for coordinated swallowing. Structural abnormalities: Tumors, head and neck cancer treatments, and esophageal strictures can impede the swallowing mechanism. Systemic conditions: Autoimmune diseases like scleroderma or Sjögren’s syndrome, as well as muscle disorders like myasthenia gravis, can impact swallowing. Aging: Presbyphagia, or age-related changes in swallowing, is influenced by both physical and cognitive aging processes. This interconnectedness underscores the need for a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to both diagnosis and treatment.
Upper Airway & Swallowing
Breathing and swallowing coordination is vital to prevent aspiration and ensure safe swallowing. The two systems share anatomical pathways, requiring precise timing. Swallowing typically occurs during exhalation to create positive pressure and protect the airway. Disruptions, such as in neurological disorders or aging, can lead to aspiration or dysphagia. Therapy often focuses on restoring coordination through exercises, improving safety, and enhancing swallowing efficiency.
Effective Results
Swallow Recovery Services integrates evidence-based practice, informed decision-making, and quality of life into care by using advanced diagnostic tools, proven therapies, and the latest research to guide treatment. Each client’s unique medical history, preferences, and goals are prioritized to create tailored plans. Collaborative discussions ensure patients understand options, promoting active participation. This approach improves swallowing function while addressing emotional, social, and physical well-being.
Meet Your Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) & Swallowing Expert
Taylor Kae Hahn-Rizo, M.A., SLP
Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist
Welcome! I am Taylor, an experienced speech therapist with a passion for helping adults get back to the life they love and age in place gracefully. Over the past 7 years, I have worked with adult populations in hospitals, intensive care units, long-term care facilities, and private practice settings - allowing me the experience meet your dysphagia and swallowing needs in the most ideal environment for you!
As the owner and speech-language pathologist for Swallow Recovery Solutions, formerly known as Maumee Bay Mobile Speech Services (MBMSS), I pride myself on using evidence-based practices to improve your quality of life. My goal is to make real and meaningful improvements in your breathing, swallowing, or voice so that you can live your most independent life. By meeting in your home and collaborating with caregivers and loved ones, we can make positive changes together!
Advanced Trainings & Certifications
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Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD®)
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McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP)
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Dysphagia Intervention for the Esophageal Zone (DIEZ)
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Mobili-T® training for swallowing therapy at home
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Trained in providing Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Let's get started. Here is the process from the initial phone call to achieving your goals.
1.
Contact SRS
Call us! We will determine if our services are a good fit for your needs.
You can schedule your initial evaluation session over the phone at this time.
2.
Evaluation
We will email you intake paperwork to get started. You will also receive a good faith financial estimate detailing expected costs.
We will then meet with you for an evaluation to identify how we can help.
3.
Begin Therapy
After the evaluation, we will work together to make a plan of care that focuses on your personal goals.
Speech and swallowing treatments will then begin in your home, at our office, or online!
Where We Meet You
We'll Come to You
No need to arrange transportation or schedule extra time for commuting.
Our mobile services allow you to participate in speech therapy at home and practice skills during your day-to-day activities.
In Our Office
Join us for speech therapy in our office, conveniently located in Oregon, OH.
Our distraction-free environment allows you to focus and relax while we work on speech, voice, breathing, or swallowing techniques.
Let's Meet Online
Online speech therapy for adults is a great way to access our specialty services from the comfort of your home or office.
We are licensed to work online with clients anywhere in Ohio and Michigan.
Swallow Recovery Services accepts Medicare Part B, Traditional Medicare, and select Medicare Advantage plans.
We also accept private pay clients seeking adult speech therapy services in Oregon, OH and surrounding areas. Contact us to learn more.
“Magic is believing in yourself. If you can make that happen, you can make anything happen.”
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Location:
445 Earlwood Ave. Suite 108
Oregon, Ohio 43616
