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Dementia Consulting Services
Dementia Consulting Services
Available Virtually Nationwide and in Person in MD
- Assist with Advanced Care Planning and MOLST documentation coordination.
- Locate and evaluate Senior Housing Options. Accompany on local tours.
- Support Long Term Care Insurance Claims and assist in Medicare enrollment.
- Manage in-home and home health care services as needed.
- Provide Virtual and In-Home safety evaluations.
Dementia Consulting Services
Dementia Consulting Services
Dementia Consulting Services
Available Virtually Nationwide and in person in MD
- Explain and help individuals and loved ones prepare for disease progression.
- Provide resources and ideas for engaging activities to forge connection and lessen actions/expressions.
- Offer caregiver support and respite opportunities.
- Research and compare Memory Care Living options. Accompany on local tours.
Local Care Management
Dementia Consulting Services
Local Care Management
Available throughout the state of Maryland
- Knowledgable eyes and ears if loved ones don't live locally.
- Available in case of emergency hospital visits (accompanying an Older Adult and navigating hospital care).
- Running errands, filling prescriptions, managing appointments.
- Attending Care Meetings within Assisted Living/Long Term Care.
Your Aging Professional Sibling/Daughter!
Dementia Care and Communication Institute
Now Enrolling!
Certified Dementia Communication Specialist (CDCS)
The Certified Dementia Communication Specialist (CDCS) is a professional development certification offered through Aging Individualized: Dementia Care and Communication Institute. This training focuses on how dementia changes communication and provides practical, relationship-centered tools to reduce distress, preserve dignity, and support more meaningful interactions.
The CDCS is designed for anyone who supports individuals living with dementia or the families who care for them. The program emphasizes real-world application, empathy-based communication, and strategies that can be used immediately across care and support settings.
For more information about upcoming trainings or enrollment, please email or call to connect.
About Samantha
Samantha McDaniel, MA, ALM, MT-BC, CDP
Samantha McDaniel is an experienced professional in the field of Aging with over 10 years of dedicated work in enhancing the life of Older Adults. Beginning her career as a Board Certified Music Therapist, Samantha developed a unique skill set that emphasizes the importance of creative expression and holistic well-being in Older Adults and individuals with Cognitive Impairment.
Samantha holds a Master’s degree in Management of Aging Services from the Erickson School at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Dementia Care Services. Additionally, Samantha is an Assisted Living Manager, Nationally Accredited Care Manager, and Certified Dementia Practitioner.
Samantha provides a compassionate approach to the unique needs of every individual. Samantha vows to actively listen and thoroughly follow through with each person's specific needs and wishlist, honoring aging individualized.
Dementia Care and Communication Institute is LIVE!
Become a Certified Dementia Communication Specialist with Aging Individualized!