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Kathryn Kilpatrick received her Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology in 1968 from the University of Massachusetts. She has worked in a variety of settings, primarily in Ohio, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, home health care agencies and she has her own private practice. Kathryn is the author of over 30 products sold nationally including the Visiting Nurse Service Therapy Guides (Volumes 1-5) for Speech and Language Disorders. Her background in speech and language pathology, specializing in serving the older adult population for over 3 decades, led to the development of Communication Connection in 2000 as a geriatric communication consultant. She is a motivational speaker, marketing consultant and trainer on the local, state and national level and her programs and more recent products focus on enhancing the quality of life of the older adult and supporting their families, friends and caregivers. She conducts family support groups and staff training on Life Enhancement and she specializes in working with families coping with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Her website (www.connectionsincommunication.com) provides a multitude of communication and activity suggestions that will enhance time spent with an older adult along with a free quarterly email newsletter. Her latest product includes a book for caregivers or patients who would appreciate additional assistance: Because You Care - What to do when you do not know what to do Kathryn is the author of Walking the Path to Memory Fitness One Week at a Time and recently created Memory Fitness Matters (www.memoryfitnessmatters.com) to meet the needs of those interested in learning more about brain health and successful aging. Her motivational and informative memory fitness programs are presented to all ages, from senior groups to corporate America.
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