About Marisa

I am a certified Dementia Connection Specialist (DCS) partnered with the Dementia Connection Institute, a Cognitive Stimulation Instructor certified by Dr. Rob Winningham, & a Brain Health Trainer (BHT) certified by the Functional Aging Institute. My passion for serving older adults & individuals with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia stems from my unique upbringing. My parents operated a board & care home for older adults in our own family home, where I gained a deep understanding of the challenges & opportunities of aging. Now with over a decade of professional experience in non-pharmacological lifestyle interventions, engagement strategies, & approaches to care, I am committed to making a difference. If you have a loved one living with cognitive change & you're seeking respite, a companion, or a care partner, I am here to help. I can improve their health outcomes & quality of life while empowering them, igniting their sense of purpose, & sparking lasting joy.