Dr. Macie P. Smith, Dementia Care Expert and Gerontologist

Dr. Macie P. Smith is a bestselling author known for her work on dementia-competent practices and family caregiving matters. Her unapologetic, real-world approach to practical caregiving has been published in national and international professional journals and syndicated news articles. She is a Licensed Gerontology Social Worker and an award-winning Alzheimer's and dementia educator with over 25 years of experience coordinating care for aging and vulnerable populations.

Dr. Smith is an advisory board member with Leeza's Care Connection, founded by Emmy Award-winning TV personality and philanthropist Leeza Gibbons. She also is an elected official, serving as vice chairperson of the board of trustees at South Carolina State University.

Dr. Smith works boundlessly to ensure those caring for loved ones are supported and play an active role in helping to shape the state of our care community. As a media contributor and multimedia personality, Dr. Smith has raised the level of caregiving visibility through viral posts and national headlines. Her advocacy efforts also have been acknowledged on Capitol Hill as she was a featured panelist at the White House Care Convening during National Care Workers Recognition Month.

Dr. Smith's books, “A Dementia Caregiver's Guide to Care” and “A Dementia Caregiver Called to Action: The Journey” are both featured on the Amazon Top 100 Best Sellers list.

At SeniorLiving.org, Dr. Smith provides her expertise related to senior care through live Q&A sessions. She educates viewers and provides insights with compassion, humor, and extensive first-hand experience.