Join Dr. Ianessa Humbert, CEO of Swallowing Wellness, for an informative talk about how swallowing naturally changes as we age, and how conditions like dementia can add extra challenges. Dr. Humbert will break down the science in clear, easy-to-understand language and share practical tips for staying safe, comfortable, and confident with eating and drinking.
Whether you’ve noticed changes yourself or want to support a loved one, this session will help you better understand what’s normal, what’s not, and what steps you can take to maintain swallowing wellness as you grow older.
Dr. Ianessa Humbert, Ph.D., SLP, is a world-renowned scientist, researcher, educator, speech-language pathologist, and highly sought-after speaker with over 20 years of expertise in swallowing and swallowing disorders. She is the co-creator of the Swallowing Training and Education Portal and has been awarded over 6 million in research grants to study swallowing physiology.
