About the Author

Scott Silknitter is the founder of R.O.S. Therapy Systems. Starting with a simple backyard project to help his mother and father with his father's Parkinson's disease and dementia, Scott has dedicated his life to improving the quality of life for all seniors (and their caregivers) through activities and education. Robert Brennan, RN, NHA, MS, CDP, is a Registered Nurse and Nursing Home Administrator with over 35 years of experience in long-term care. He is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is Credentialed in Montessori-Based Dementia Programming (MBDP) providing general and Train the Trainer programs. Robert was responsible for the development of an Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) "Best of the Best" award-winning program for care of individuals with dementia using MBDP. He currently provides education on dementia and long-term regulatory topics. Alisa Tagg, BA, ACC/EDU, AC-BC, CDP, is a Certified Activity Consultant with a specialization in Education and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. With over 20 years of industry experience, Alisa is an authorized certification instructor for the Modular Education Program for Activity Professionals. Alisa currently serves as the President of the National Association of Activity Professionals.