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DR. MACIE SMITH

Dr. Macie P. Smith is a proud HBCU Alum of South Carolina State University receiving both her Bachelor’s in Social Work and Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling; she earned her Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. Dr. Smith is a Licensed Gerontology Social Worker and an award-winning Alzheimer’s and Dementia educator and author with more than 20 years of experience working with aging and vulnerable populations. Dr. Smith provides support for those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, cognitive impairment, intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and their families. She serves as a Guardian ad Litem and Court Appointed Guardian for the Richland County Probate Court.

Dr. Smith was elected to the Board of Trustees at South Carolina State University in March 2021 and now serves as the Vice Chairperson of the Board. She is the owner of Diversified Training Consultants Group, a Geriatric Care Management organization, the author of A Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to Care and an advisory board member for Leeza’s Care Connection, a caregiving support center founded by Celebrity Journalist and Caregiver Advocate, Leeza Gibbons. Dr. Smith is the co-host of a brand new talk show with Teepa Snow called Dementia Divas: Caregiving & The Arts on Saltbox TV.

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  • Addressing + Avoiding Leadership Burnout

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    Leading in a culture of change can be rewarding and challenging. This opportunity will offer leaders in all segments of the health and helping profession strategies on how to appropriately address burnout and compassion fatigue in their respective industries while creating a meaningful plan to avoid going down that road.

  • Promoting Optimal Well-Being through Self-Care Strategies

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    Practicing self-care is a right that many caregivers neglect. So, this presentation will reignite the passion for and the purpose behind self-care.

  • Managing the Care of Older Adults with Dementia

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    Approximately 10,000 Americans are reaching age 65 every day. And with age being the number 1 risk factor in developing dementia, ongoing information and education is needed in this area across industry. In this presentation, participants will gain a better understanding of the differences between normal aging memory loss and dementia and how to manage the long term services and supports that are needed to promote quality of life.

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A Dementia

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Dr. Macie's Blog Posts
Alzheimer’s Care Made Clear: Key Insights from Dr. Macie P. Smith

Sharing a meal with a loved one who has dementia can be deeply meaningful—but it can also come with challenges. Changes in appetite, focus, or swallowing may make mealtimes feel stressful. With the right approach, though, dining can still be a calm and comforting experience.
Enhancing Dining Experiences for Loved Ones with Dementia

Sharing a meal with a loved one who has dementia can be deeply meaningful—but it can also come with challenges. Changes in appetite, focus, or swallowing may make mealtimes feel stressful. With the right approach, though, dining can still be a calm and comforting experience.
Simplifying Dressing for Loved Ones with Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia often means helping with daily routines that most of us take for granted. One of the toughest? Getting dressed. What seems simple can quickly turn stressful—for both the caregiver and the person with dementia.
The Hidden Cost of Medicaid Cuts: What Families Need to Know

Dr. Macie P. Smith recently went live to explain what these Medicaid cuts mean for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers. In the video below, she breaks down the changes and what you need to know.
Preventing Falls and Why it’s So Important

Part of aging is recognizing that when it comes to falls, we may not get up like we used to. We have less muscle mass, so we aren’t as strong. Our proprioceptors, the neurons in our muscles, tendons and ligaments that help us stay balanced, don’t work as well. We may take medications that make us drowsy, dizzy or lightheaded when we stand up too quickly.
Are Biden & Trump Too Old to be President?

Age ain’t nothing but a number. This is true in every sense of the age-old adage. The fact that President Biden is 81 and Former President Trump is 77, alone, doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be President. Or should it?
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly

Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly, PACE as it is affectionately known, is a comprehensive health care model that provides medical and social support for persons over the age of 55 who require nursing home level of care, but still live in the community.
What to Expect As Your Loved One Ages: Does Mom or Dad Have Dementia?

Memory lapses can be a normal part of aging, but when are they cause for concern? Aging expert Dr. Macie Smith explains the warning signs to look for.

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Support for Seniors Without Family Support

It’s important to note that for Americans over the age of 55, being without immediate family doesn’t mean they lack support. They may have developed a support system of friends, neighbors, and other people who are not related through family ties.

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Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. What Are the Signs?

Most of the people diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s disease experience the same signs and symptoms as older people with the disease.

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  • “Dr Macie can do it all! On script or impromptu, she never fails to energize and educate a crowd, creating memorable experiences. Macie is always professional, reliable and responsive. Bottom line: she elevates every room she walks into with her knowledge, passion, charm and wit.”

    Leeza Gibbons

  • “Ask Dr Macie! Is the truth the way and a bright shining light in Caregiving, Dementia guidance 101 and all related. I had the privilege of attending a seminar online ! Awesome and she is so engaging ! Her patience in understanding your concern is simply a Winner. Dr Macie is truly Special in her field. I would and have recommended her.”

    Marlon Brown

  • “Dr. Smith you’re an electrifying and a real speaker…I thought I could deliver…but you dropped the Mic! You know your substance…continue to deliver your in-dept knowledge…I know each round will go higher and higher….can’t touch you!”

    Twiler Smith

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