A
Swallowing safety
For coughing with drinks, throat residue, repeated pneumonia or weight loss.
- Swallowing assessment and posture adjustment
- Oral-motor and swallowing technique training
- Food texture and feeding guidance
Home Speech Therapy
Swallowing and SpeechAssessed Early
A qualified Speech Therapist assesses swallowing safety and communication at home, then advises on food texture, feeding posture and daily communication. Each session runs one hour, and we explain the warning signs to watch for.
Often coughs when drinking. Meals take a long time.
From swallowing safety to communication training, we follow up step by step.
Who is it for
Who is it for
1
Swallowing difficulty
Coughing happens during drinks or meals.
2
Post-stroke language difficulty
Understanding, expression or word finding is difficult.
3
Coughing at meals
Posture and food texture need review.
4
Voice problems
Hoarse, weak voice or tiring speech.
5
Cognitive communication decline
Communication methods and cues need simplifying.
6
After long-term tube use
Swallowing and voice need reassessment.
Assessment paths
Identify the main difficulty
We first separate swallowing risk from communication difficulty.
B
Communication
For aphasia, unclear speech, word-finding difficulty, hoarse voice or reduced communication.
- Comprehension and expression training
- Voice and oral-motor training
- Picture-card and tablet communication strategies
Care team
Care team
A Speech Therapist (ST) leads care, with cross-disciplinary support when needed.
ST
Speech Therapist (ST)
Assesses swallowing, language, voice and communication strategies.
Dietitian
Dietitian
Supports food texture and nutrition intake.
RN / EN
Registered Nurse (RN) / Enrolled Nurse (EN)
Supports health observation for higher-risk cases.
Plans
Common arrangements
Session frequency depends on swallowing risk and communication goals.
Why CareLane
Why CareLane
Safety first
Coughing and pneumonia risk come first.
Practical at home
Exercises fit daily eating and conversation.
Meal coordination
Can coordinate with a Dietitian on puree and texture.
Family involved
Teach cueing, waiting and feeding methods.
Training flow
Every session has a goal
Each session has goals, so family knows how to help.
01
Home assessment
Understand history, swallowing and language performance, eating setting and family care routines.
02
Safety first
If coughing or pneumonia risk exists, swallowing safety and texture come first.
03
Targeted training
Use oral-motor, breathing, voice, naming, sentence or situational conversation exercises.
04
Home follow-up
After each session, we leave exercises and notes, then adjust difficulty.
Pricing
How speech therapy is charged
A Hong Kong registered speech therapist assesses swallowing and communication at home, then advises on food texture and how the family can communicate day to day.
All rates publishedNo call-out feeFree cancellation 24 hrs ahead
Speech therapist at home
One hour per session
HK$1,200 / session
One rate for assessment and treatment
First assessment includes written advice
Assessment covers how the elder swallows, coughs or chokes while eating, and how well they follow and express speech. The therapist then sets out food texture, positioning and communication that fit the situation.
- Swallowing and choking-risk assessment
- Food and drink texture advice
- Feeding position and pacing guidance
- Communication and comprehension assessment
- Family communication strategies
- Written advice you can give your doctor
Saves HK$480
4-session course
4 visits, averaging HK$1,080 each
HK$4,320 / 4 sessions
Valid 3 months · the same therapist throughout
Saves HK$480 against single sessions
Swallowing and communication change gradually. A course lets the therapist adjust texture and training across visits instead of judging from a single session.
WhatsApp about the courseOutside office hoursOutside Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00, a 30% surcharge applies. Public holidays and the first three days of Chinese New Year, 50%.
Remote districtsLantau beyond Tung Chung, the outlying islands and locations without direct public transport carry a HK$100 surcharge per visit. No other call-out fee.
CancellationCancel 24 hours or more ahead at no charge. Under 24 hours, half the fee for that visit applies.
The services above are personal care, nursing procedures and rehabilitation training carried out as instructed by medical staff. They are not medical diagnosis or treatment and do not replace your attending doctor. Packages are valid for 3 months from purchase, for one elder, and can be booked across separate visits. Unused sessions are refundable pro rata.
FAQ
FAQ
How is swallowing assessed?
The ST reviews history, oral muscles, eating and drinking performance.
How are puree levels decided?
Texture and thickness are recommended based on swallowing ability.
When may training help?
It depends on cause and practice. Plans adjust by performance.
How can family help?
Follow posture, portion, cueing and home exercise advice.
How is it different from waiting for hospital care?
Home care sees the eating and communication setting sooner.
Family tips
Daily support helps
The following is general only. Follow individual therapist advice for swallowing risk.
How should they sit when eating?
Sit upright with head and neck stable. Avoid lying down. Stay upright after meals as advised.
Can texture be changed at home?
Do not thicken or blend by guesswork. The therapist recommends texture and teaches checks.
How to help when words are hard?
Allow waiting time. Use short sentences, choices, picture cards or gestures. Avoid answering too quickly.
How long to practise daily?
Short, frequent practice is easier. Follow the exercise plan and rest when tired.
Next step
Improve eating and communication?
We first understand swallowing and language needs, then suggest suitable support. Phone / WhatsApp: 9185 5217