Hi Mindy,
Allow me to direct you to some related discussions that you may be interested in to find answers or provide your knowledge and experience.
- Soft Food Suggestions https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/soft-food-suggestions/
- Feeding tube falls out. https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/feeding-tube-falls-out/

Hypothyroidism discussions can be found in the Endocrine System group (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/diabetes-and-endocrine-problems/) for example
- What type of diets work well for Hypothyroidism? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hypothyroidism-1/
- Hypo and Hyper thyroid hell!! https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hypo-and-hyper-thyroid-hell/

Let me know if you're looking for anything in particular. I'll get you connected.