The Dementia Society of America is seeking to better understand the meaningfulness of cannabis, CBD, and THC for those living with Dementia. If you are interested in working with us, contact us today! Cannabis Medical Marijuana & Mushrooms The Dementia Society of America is seeking to understand better the meaningfulness of cannabis, CBD, THC, aka medical marijuana, and mushrooms (psychedelics) as it relates to symptom management and intervention for those living with various forms of Dementia. In the meantime, here are a few additional perspectives to review and consider. Thank you. U.K. Alzheimer's Society Comments CNN Feature Story CNBC Feature Story Canadian Coalition for Seniors Insight into U.S. Patent #663057 UPenn - Can Psychedelics Help Patients with Dementia?

View the profile of Rachel Wiley MS OTR L CDP and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Rachel Wiley MS OTR L CDP Advisory Council Rachel Wiley, MS, OTR/L, CDP is an occupational therapist and the founder and owner of Day By Day Home Therapy . Rachel has been adjunct faculty in the occupational therapy departments at Thomas Jefferson University and Temple University. She also worked previously as the occupational therapist and Dementia Service Coordinator for the Pew Charitable Trust Grant with Jefferson Elder Care. Rachel is certified in Skills2Care® for caregivers of individuals with dementia and LSVT BIG for Parkinson's Disease. Rachel is also has an older adult NBCOT practice area of emphasis. She is a certified master trainer of Skills2Care® through Jefferson Elder Care and trains occupational therapists from around the country in the Skills2Care® program. She had the privilege of presenting at the Alzheimer's Association conferences in Pennsylvania and Delaware and was featured in a Philadelphia Inquirer article in 2017. Rachel attended Penn State University for her Bachelor's in Rehabilitation and Human Services and minor in Psychology and attended Thomas Jefferson University for her Master's in Occupational Therapy. She served as the Gerontology Chair for the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association's District V Board. Rachel has been working with individuals with dementia for over 10 years.

View the profile of Tami Anastasia MA and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Tami Anastasia MA Advisory Council Tami Anastasia is a dementia consultant, educator and speaker. She is the author of Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself . Tami holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling, a Certificate in Gerontology, and a Certificate in End of Life. For more than 30 years, Tami has provided counseling services, dementia guidance, emotional support, and care strategies to family and professional dementia caregivers. In addition to her private practice, Tami facilitates several dementia caregiver support groups and has partnered with agencies throughout California to conduct educational workshops, trainings, and webinars. Tami is a sought-after speaker, frequently presenting before audiences at professional meetings, senior retirement centers, memory care and assisted living communities, health and wellness conferences, local colleges and universities, and public health organizations. Tami has been a guest on local television, radio shows and podcasts and has published several articles on dementia and health-related topics. https://tamianastasia.com/

View the profile of Minjung Shim PhD BC-BMT and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Minjung Shim PhD BC-BMT Advisory Council Dr. Shim’s professional interests center on the development of mind-body, creativity, and arts-based intervention for people with various psychological and medical disorders and the integration of these interventions into the mainstream healthcare system by means of rigorous research and clinical application of this work. In her lab, Dr. Shim leads various clinical research studies examining the efficacy and effectiveness of dance/movement and mindfulness-based interventions on positive health outcomes in people with chronic health conditions and older adults.

3ad7e0ce-ea44-4c04-a6b6-0e2d2e04bef6 Blog Author ◄ Back to Authors | Dr. Michael Trayford DACNB Dr. Michael Trayford is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist and Founder of APEX Brain Centers in Asheville, NC. Originally from Long Island, NY, Dr. Trayford has amassed over 17 years in clinical practice and over 2 decades studying the amazing human brain. His vision is to help folks everywhere with his trademark-dedication to helping them “Build a Better Brain, Live a Better Life,” before it’s too late. He has developed a leading-edge clinical brain training boot camp that serves individuals from around the country every week with a combination of evidence-based neurological testing and intervention modalities. In clinical practice he specializes in helping those suffering from brain injury and memory loss, as well as those looking to elevate their level of human performance. Privately, he loves spending time in the outdoors with his family, and serving his local and international community through work with organizations like Rotary International, among others. He is also a part-time instructor for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of North Carolina in Asheville, where he helps boomers and seniors from far and wide.

View the profile of Kevin Jameson and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. CEO ◄ Back to Members | Kevin Jameson Founder Salaried CEO | Volunteer Board Member & Chairman Business Executive. Starting as a young entrepreneur from the age of 18, and having launched several start-up businesses in the security industry, Mr. Jameson carried on his career as a sales and marketing executive, which has included over 35 years with major corporate divisions of ADT, BOSCH, and Honeywell International. Author, singer, inventor, and multi-patent holder, Kevin has traveled to Europe, Asia, India, Australia, the Middle East, Africa, South and Central America, and throughout North America to see how the world really lives. Kevin also has a personal story and connection to Dementia. His first wife, Ginny, together for 32 years, died from Dementia, and thus he leads the fight against all forms with thoughts, words, and deeds. In 2016, Jameson was awarded a Doctorate of Public Service, Honoris Causa (DrHC) for his life's work, by his alma mater. His establishment of the Dementia Society is a mission in the making. Mr. Jameson also served on the Board of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce . Media/Mentions for Mr. Jameson: National Costco Connection Magazine People Magazine Money Magazine Twin Cities PBS NextAvenue Giving Tomorrow Magazine Local Markets Philadelphia WHYY NPR Lehigh Valley WFMZ TV Lehigh Valley WFMZ TV-2 Washington, DC Pacifica Broadcasting Other Musicians On Call Brain Research Foundation Security Business Magazine Patents Wall mounted alarm switch with adjustable height actuator US Patent 5,219,066 Holding apparatus with foldable trifold structure US Patent 12,096,868

View the profile of Jean Whaley PhD and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Volunteer ◄ Back to Members | Jean Whaley PhD Volunteer Team

View the profile of Samir Patel MD and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Samir Patel MD Advisory Council Chief of Geriatric Psychiatry, Atrius Health Development of geriatric psychiatry clinical service, and provide clinical consultations and treatment to this population within Atrius Healthcare.

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View the profile of Lilly Roth and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Board Member ◄ Back to Members | Lilly Roth Board Member Volunteer | Board Member & Secretary Lilly Roth is a paralegal with Antheil, Maslow & MacMinn, LLP, specializing in corporate governance, nonprofit compliance, and real estate law.

View the profile of Michael Trayford DACNB and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Michael Trayford DACNB Advisory Council Dr. Michael Trayford is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist and Founder of APEX Brain Centers in Asheville, NC. Originally from Long Island, NY, Dr. Trayford has amassed over 17 years in clinical practice and over 2 decades studying the amazing human brain. His vision is to help folks everywhere with his trademark-dedication to helping them “Build a Better Brain, Live a Better Life,” before it’s too late. He has developed a leading-edge clinical brain training boot camp that serves individuals from around the country every week with a combination of evidence-based neurological testing and intervention modalities. In clinical practice he specializes in helping those suffering from brain injury and memory loss, as well as those looking to elevate their level of human performance. Privately, he loves spending time in the outdoors with his family, and serving his local and international community through work with organizations like Rotary International, among others. He is also a part-time instructor for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of North Carolina in Asheville, where he helps boomers and seniors from far and wide.

View the profile of Jeannine Forrest PhD RN and learn more about their background and involvement with Dementia Society of America. Advisory Council ◄ Back to Members | Jeannine Forrest PhD RN Advisory Council Jeannine Forrest, Ph.D., RN, President & CEO of Through the Forrest, LLC has focused her clinical practice, education, and research in the care of older adults in the areas of dementia, palliative, and end-of-life care. Served as a faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Rush University. Held Board positions for the Illinois Hospice & Palliative Care Organization and Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition. Provided palliative consultation for the World Health Organization in China. Author of journal articles and book chapters on pain and geriatric related issues. Collaborated with the Alzheimer’s Association studying outcomes of comfort-focused care for residents with advanced dementia in nursing homes. Holds a Fellowship in the Institute of Medicine of Chicago. Mentored hospice and nursing home programs in the Chicago Metropolitan area in their quest to provide excellence in dementia-related care. A stakeholder on the Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee for Illinois. Starting in October 2014, Dr. Forrest launched an independent consulting service, “Dementia Coach On-Call .” This venture offers expert guidance and education to individuals and organizations committed to sensitivity and competent care for persons with Alzheimer’s disease and all other forms of dementia. As Chairperson, Dr. Forrest is a paid Dementia Society of America part-time independent contractor tasked with managing the volunteer activities of the Advisory Council, as well as performing other pertinent work on behalf of the organization.