06/22/2026
When Aveanna patient Addison first began therapy, feeding was challenging due to oral sensitivities, difficulty managing textures, limited chewing skills, and delays with drinking from a straw cup.
That's when SLP Brooke and her Aveanna team stepped in, providing the support Addison and her family needed to help her reach her feeding therapy goals.
Over the course of therapy, Addison made remarkable progress! She learned to tolerate oral stimulation, successfully advanced to thicker and more textured foods, developed tongue lateralization skills, mastered chewing soft solids, and learned to drink from a straw cup without distress. Most importantly, she gained confidence and comfort with eating so she can continue to grow and meet her milestones.
We are so proud of how far she has come and all that she has accomplished! Watching children reach their goals and gain independence is one of the greatest joys of what we do. Congratulations on graduating feeding therapy, Addison!
[This information has been shared with permission from the patient’s family.]