“Rachael is down to earth and passionate about supporting people, living with dementia, and their care, partners through fantastic education and consulting. Her expertise and experience means she can provide real-world examples of compassionate person directed care. Rachael matches passion, operational excellence, and innovative care strategies together to create wonderful education tools and coaching! I use one of Rachael’s tools, Embracing Their Reality, as a resource every time I do a new employee training!”
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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9K followers
500+ connections
About
Rachael Wonderlin is an internationally-recognized dementia care expert and educator. She…
Experience & Education
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Dementia By Day, LLC
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Publications
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The Science of Alzheimer's
Johns Hopkins Press
See publicationJohns Hopkins released a publication in the form of a magazine, dedicated entirely to educating and supporting caregivers of those living with dementia. Many of my book chapters are included in this magazine.
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The Caregiver’s Guide to Memory Care and Dementia Communities
Johns Hopkins University Press
See publicationMy third book with Johns Hopkins. I am thrilled that I was asked to bring together my years of experience and knowledge to put this book together.
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Creative Engagement
Johns Hopkins University Press
See publication"Creative Engagement" is my second book published with Johns Hopkins University Press. It's the book I wish existed when I was a Dementia Care Director at my first building!
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When Someone You Know is Living in a Dementia Care Community
Johns Hopkins University Press
See publication"When Someone You Know is Living in a Dementia Care Community: Words to Say and Things to Do" is my first book with JHU Press. The focus of this book is on the move to dementia care and the daily life of residents and family members after that move is made.
Honors & Awards
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Senior Housing News BRAIN Gold Sponsor x2
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Sponsored the SHN Conference in July 2023 and coming up in May 2024 as a Gold Sponsor
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Aspect Awards - 1st Place for New Campaign in Senior Living
Senior Housing News
English Meadows and I created their dementia care brand, Lavender Hills, and brought home this award!
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University of Mary Washington Outstanding Young Alumni Award
University of Mary Washington
UMW gives an award each year to an alumnus from any year
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University of Mary Washington Psychology Department Graduate-in-Residence
University of Mary Washington Psychology Department
A graduate from any year who has had notable success in their field goes back to UMW for 3 days of speaking, lecturing and meeting with students
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro Graduate School Pacesetter Award
UNC Greensboro
Given by the Graduate School to any alumnus with distinction in their field
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