Lauren R. Mahakian is a certified dementia practitioner with proven, novel care approaches for people with dementia. Lauren collaborates with families, medical professionals, and interventional sta...view moreLauren R. Mahakian is a certified dementia practitioner with proven, novel care approaches for people with dementia. Lauren collaborates with families, medical professionals, and interventional staff; hosts caregiver support groups and meetings; writes a bi-weekly newspaper column, and presents a bi-monthly Podcast. Her company, Family Connect Memory Care, operates four licensed residential care communities in Southern California. Lauren lives in Solvang with her daughter, Ari.view less