He has a Master’s in Geriatric Social Work and for 20+ years has worked with family and professional caregivers. He co-authored, “Pressure Points: Alzheimer’s and Anger,” with Lisa Gwyther and Edna Ballard, while interning at Duke Family Support Program in 1999--and contributed to, “You Are One of Us: Successful Clergy/Church Connections to Alzheimer's Families.”
http://www.CaregiverCruises.com
A Southern California native and USC graduate, Chip is also a freelance writer and award-winning journalist specializing in investigative and feature stories. His work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, The Daily News of Los Angeles, LA Weekly, CNN and others. His next book is “Smogtown”.
http://www.ChipJacobs.com
an autobiography detailing his trials following a severe brain injury resulting from a bug bite. His expertise in writing the book came from spending 6 months in the hospital, undergoing 3 major surgeries, and 2 years of physical therapy. The book is a deeply personal true story about achievement in the face of unimaginable adversity, real life drama and inspiration.
http://www.LifeAfterNearDeath.com
With 18 years experience working with seniors, Jeff is dedicated to helping older adults and loved ones better understand health issues--and the challenges and opportunities senior living options may offer. Jeff oversees the wellness and care departments of the Mid-Atlantic region for Atria–the nation’s fourth largest owner-operated independent- and assisted-living communities. http://www.AtriaSeniorLiving.com
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