Communication Connection
Communication Connection
Enhancing the quality of life of the older adult and supporting their families, friends and caregivers.
Kathyrn Kilpatrick, M.A.
Geriatric Communication Consultant
Memory Fitness Specialist
Speech and Language Pathologist
 Memory Fitness

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CURRICULUM VITA

Kathryn M. Kilpatrick, M.A., CCC/SLP
2404 Tyre Drive
Hudson, Ohio 44236
330.650.1958

kathy@connectionsincommunication.com

www.seniorsapprove.com

Letter of Reference (presentations)
Letter of Reference (consulting)

References

INTERVIEWS, PODCASTS, COLUMNS AND MORE

CATALOG     

Education
Master of Arts in Speech Pathology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Massachusetts 9/68

Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Massachusetts 6/67

National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 

Kilpatrick, K. (2005) Walking the Path to Memory Fitness – One Week at a Time 

Hudson, OhioCommunication Connection LLC  (Recorded Book)

Publications

Kilpatrick, K. (2009) Cognitive Communication:Functional Activities Manual. Wake Forest, North Carolina: Lash and Associates Publishing/Training Inc.

Kilpatrick, K. (2008) Connecting the Generations: Your Stories - My Stories. Hudson, Ohio: Communication Connection LLC

 Kilpatrick, K. (2005) Because You Care: What To Do When You Do Not Know What

To Do. Hudson, Ohio: Communication Connection LLC

 

Kilpatrick, K. (2005) Walking the Path to Memory Fitness – One Week at a

Time. Hudson, Ohio:Communication Connection LLC

 

IDEAS Institute (2002).  IDEAS for a Better Visit. J. Brush (Ed.), Cleveland, Ohio

Kilpatrick, K and Brush, J. (2003) Time Well Spent  with the Older Adult - 400 Ideas for the Young and Old to Do Together. Carthage, IL: Gary Grimm and Associates

Kilpatrick, K. (2001) Sharing Stories, Recall – Go Back in Time. Hudson, Ohio, Communication Connection LLC

Kilpatrick, K., (1999) Functional Therapy Guide: More than a Workbook. Greenville,

South Carolina: Super Duper Publications, Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., (1998). Recall and Share – Association Cards. Greenville, South

Carolina: Super Duper Publications, Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., (1998). Recall and Share - Reminiscence Calendar and Activities.

Greenville, South Carolina: Super Duper Publications, Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., (1998). Recall and Share - Reminiscence Cards and Activities.

Greenville, South Carolina:Super Duper Publications, Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1998). Recall and Share - Reminiscence Word Games and Puzzles.

Greenville, South Carolina: Super Duper Publications, Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., (1997). Recall, Share, Ask Someone. Reminiscence Calendar and

Materials. Hudson, Ohio: C & K Communication Associates, Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1997). Yesterday and 1997 (calendar). Hudson, Ohio: C & K

Communication Associates,Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K. and Collins, L. (1995). Swallowing Guide - for the Swallowing

Professional, Caregiver and Patient. Hudson, Ohio: C & K Communication Associates,

Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K. and Bryden, J., (1995). So What Do You Think???? Talk, Talk, Talk.

Cleveland, Ohio:Jose Products.

 

Kilpatrick, K. and Huntress, L., (1992). Basic Sentence Comprehension. Cincinnati,

Ohio: Computer Assisted Language Learning.

 

Kilpatrick, K., (1987). Therapy Guide for Language and Speech Disorders. Volume 5,

Reading Comprehension Materials. Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., and DePompei, R., (1986). Working with Phrases on Your Own

(videotape). Akron, Ohio:Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., and DePompei, R., (1986). Working with More Words on Your Own

(videotape).  Akron,Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

 

Kilpatrick, K., and DePompei, R., (1986). Working with Words on Your Own

(videotape). Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1986). Therapy Kit for Language Disorders. Book 1 & 2. Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1985). Therapy Guide for Language and Speech Disorders. Volume 1. (Spanish edition). Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1985) Putting the Pieces Together. Volume 4. A Linguistically Based Cognitive Retraining Manual.  Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1980) Working with Words. Volume 3. Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., (1979) Therapy Guide for Language and Speech Disorders. Volume 2. Advanced Stimulus Materials. Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

Kilpatrick, K., Jones, C., and Reller, J. (1977). Therapy Guide for Language and Speech Disorders. Volume 1. A Selection of Stimulus Materials. Akron, Ohio: Visiting Nurse Service Inc.

ONLINE COURSES

 

Enhancing Social Interactions and Functional Communication Using Life Enhancement Approach: New Career Opportunities for the Speech and Language Pathologist, Northern Speech Services, June, 2001 - December 2006

 

 

CONSULTANT/CO-AUTHOR

 

CAREGiver Activity Training Guide: Enhancing Time with Clients: Home Instead Senior Care. 2004 Home Instead, Inc.

 

 

Recent Research

10/01 – 4/02    Consultant, “Improving the Quality of Family Visits.”  Grant from the Mt.Sinai Healthcare Foundation --- J. Brush, Principal Investigator

10/06 – 10/07   Consultant,“Meal Time Matters.”  A nurse aid training program that builds skills in the area of feeding assistance.   Grant from the Mt.Sinai Healthcare Foundation --- J. Brush, Principal Investigator

Articles

Home Setting is Optimal for Functional Therapy, Advance Magazine for Speech and Language Pathologists, November, 1995.

Innovative Language Therapy with Adults, Alimed catalog, 1998.

Senior Access Newsletter, Akron General Medical Center, Reminiscence puzzles series to celebrate the century. October 1998 through December 1999.

Communication Connection, Tri -County Alzheimer’s Association Newsletter - columnist, 2000

Communication Connection, Focus on Mature Lifestyles - columnist, 2000,2001.

Communication Connection, Interfaith Caregivers Newsletter - columnist 2000, 2001, 2002.

Memory Fitness, Balanced Living, November, 2004.


  

ONLINE SEMINARS

 

PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS 
CNA

HOME HEALTH AIDES

HOSPICE

 

 2 part series on Memory Fitness


2 part series on Hearing Loss

Communicating and Modifying Activities with the Hearing Impaired
 

 


 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

MEMORY     COMMUNICATION

PRESENTATIONS from 2000-2009 - Contact kathy@connectionsincommunication.com
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MEMORY FITNESS PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE:

 

Justice Department – Employee Assistance Program

NASA – Employee Assistance Program OHIO

 

Area businesses

 

EAP programs

 

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine

 

American Association of Service Co-ordinators

 

Lakeside – Ohio

 

American Society on Aging

 

National Council on Aging

 

National Speaking of Women’s Health

 

Chautauqua Institution – Summer Sessions

Chautauqua Institution - Elderhostel

Shadybrook

Women’s Wellness Series – Area Hospitals

 

Health and Wellness Clubs


Justice Department – Employee Assistance Program

 

NASA – Employee Assistance Program OHIO

 

Area businesses

 

EAP programs

 

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine

 

American Association of Service Co-ordinators

 

Lakeside – Ohio

 

American Society on Aging

 

National Council on Aging

 

National Speaking of Women’s Health

 

Chautauqua Institution – Summer Sessions

Chautauqua Institution - Elderhostel

Shadybrook

Women’s Wellness Series – Area Hospitals

 

Health and Wellness Clubs


Cleveland Public Library – staff training day

State Library of Ohio – staff training day

Board of Mental Retardation - staff training day

City of Cleveland- staff training day

 Rotary and Chamber of Commerce Breakfasts

Social Organizations

RSVP managers

Hospital Volunteer Programs

Social Workers, Nurses, Discharge Planners,

 Case Managers, Nursing Home Administrators,

 Activity Professionals, etc.

AARP groups

“Red Hatters”

Senior Centers, Independent Living and Assisted Living Residences


Support Groups

 Stroke, Lupus, Parkinson’s Disease

 

Library branches 

 © 2001 - 2010 Communication Connection - Kathyrn Kilpatrick