11/13/2025
✨ Patient Success Story: Denise’s Journey ✨
Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone for Denise Shaw, a woman whose strength, patience, and determination carried her through a journey few could imagine.
After becoming critically ill with COVID-19 in 2023, Denise was hospitalized and required a tracheostomy to help her breathe. When she arrived at Porthaven, she faced a long road ahead—one filled with rehabilitation, respiratory support, and countless moments where she chose courage over fear.
For two years, Denise worked side-by-side with our respiratory therapy team, nurses, CNAs, and rehab specialists. Every day, she pushed forward, relearning independence and finding her voice again with the help of her Passy-Muir speaking valve.
Last week, Denise achieved something extraordinary, she was safely discharged home—confident, empowered, and managing her trach and speaking valve with strength.
Her smile said everything.
Denise’s journey is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t always happen quickly, but it does happen when you have perseverance, support, and hope.
We are so proud of you, Denise. 💙
Your Porthaven Post Acute PACS family will always be cheering for you.