![]() We ask that you pay for shipping of products to us if possible in order to allow our financial donations to go farther and help more recipients. Utilizing thickening agents (such as xanthan gum) that do not break down rapidly or impact their hydration is key to effectively managing a safe swallow. All of these factors lead to a higher chance of aspiration and increased injury to the lungs compared to xanthan gum thickeners. Our liquid starch produces a smooth press with no drag on your iron. On average, people with dysphagia have longer meal times which increases the amount of liquid instability. NO STICKING: Liquid starch can be used as a spray starch for ironing. Active components in cornstarch-based thickener react differently to foods/liquids with varying temperatures, high pH levels, or even when mixed with saliva, causing significant instability and variability in consistency. Acceptance of cornstarch-based thickeners will be on a case-by-case basis only.ĭespite being a popular option for thickening culinary items, cornstarch-based thickening agents are not suitable options for people with dysphagia. Open, expired, damaged, or dirty items will be discarded.Īt this time, we are NOT accepting donations of powdered cornstarch-based thickeners. Therapy devices such as EMST150 and The Breather can only be accepted for donation if they are in their original, unopened packaging. Reusable items such as bottles, spoons, cups, and other multi-use products must be cleaned and sterilized (per manufacturer guidelines) prior to shipping to us. At this time, The Dysphagia Outreach Project is only able to accept new, unopened, and unexpired food and oral care products.
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