All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. Dale V. Atkins as guest to the show.

About Dr. Dale V. Atkins:

Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and educator with more than forty-five years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Dr. Atkins consults domestically and internationally. She conducts seminars and retreats for health and educational institutions, executives and employees of major corporations, and government agencies in matters related to the fields of psychology, sociology, education, and communication.

She practices, teaches, and consults in the field of Alzheimer's and Related Disorders with a focus on prevention as well as patient and caregiver wellness and resilience. She emphasizes the benefits of intergenerational relationships in families and communities. Dr. Atkins values opportunities to share everyday human stories with those in the health care field. She is the author of eight books; most recently, The Turquoise Butterfly, (her first children's book), chapters, articles, and journals for popular and professional audiences.

For 22 years Dr. Atkins was a recurring guest expert on NBC's "Today" show.

Dr. Atkins is an active volunteer in her community. She and her dog are a certified dog therapy team who have participated in school readers' programs as well as visitation programs at day and residential facilities for people who have Alzheimer's. She is a member of several non-profit boards whose focus is literacy, tolerance, women's health and wellness, child protection, hospital leadership, and community action.

An engaged citizen, she has received multiple recognitions for her community service and leadership.

Dr. Atkins has two children and six grandchildren. She has private practice in NYC and lives in CT, where she is often found outdoors.

Dr. Dale V. Atkins Author of "The Turquoise Butterfly"