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Episode Summary:

What if the key to better dementia care isn’t more complexity—but more simplicity?

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Erin sits down with Allyson Schrier, founder of Zinnia TV, to discuss how personal experience, curiosity, and innovation led to a tool that's transforming dementia education. From caregiving for her husband with frontotemporal dementia to developing a video platform that helps caregivers model daily activities and reduce agitation—Allyson brings both heart and strategy.

This episode explores:

• How trauma and curiosity can birth impactful solutions
• Why traditional staff training misses the mark—and how to fix it
• How modeling and pre-framing transform caregiving outcomes
• Cultural awareness and the need to individualize training
• Zinnia TV’s power to soothe, connect, and empower

Whether you’re a senior living leader, family caregiver, or simply someone who believes in person-centered care—this episode will shift how you think about training, communication, and compassion.

🎥 Learn more about Zinnia TV: zinniatv.com

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