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Dr. Macie P. Smith, Gerontologist

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Best Selling Author | Keynote Speaker
Diversified Training Consultants Group, LLC
Country or state 
United States (South Carolina)
Available to 
Global
City 
Columbia
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
Yes
Timezone 
America/New_York

Personal Details

Current position (2)

Best Selling Author | Keynote Speaker

Diversified Training Consultants Group, LLC

Talk Show Host

Saltbox TV

Achievements (1)
Vice Chair, Board of Trustees - South Carolina State Univ.

March 2021, I was elected by the South Carolina General Assembly to the Board of Trustees at South Carolina State University.

September 2022, I was elected to the position of Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at South Carolina State University; the 2nd woman to hold this position in history.

Degrees (3)
Counseling
South Carolina State University
2000 to 2002
Social Work
South Carolina State University
1995 to 1999
Higher Education Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
2005 to 2011

Bio

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Bursting with energy and excitement, Dr. Macie Smith is sure to activate and inspire the minds of those who care for yours. Through her comedic authentically real approach, Dr. Smith encourages others to care for others with compassion and purpose without compromise or guilt. From corporate collaboratives to individualized care, she's got you covered!

Full Bio

Bursting with energy and excitement, Dr. Macie Smith is sure to activate and inspire the minds of those who care for yours. Through her comedic authentically real approach, Dr. Smith encourages others to care for others with compassion and purpose without compromise or guilt.

From corporate collaboratives to individualized care, Dr. Smith's untraditional unapologetic way of approaching difficult subjects is informative, understandable, relatable, applicable, translational, and life changing.

Dr. Macie P. Smith is a Licensed Social Worker, Gerontologist, Guardian Ad Litem, an award-winning writer and Alzheimer’s/dementia educator, Author, and TV Personality with over 22+ years of experience working with aging and vulnerable populations in South Carolina.

Dr. Smith earned her Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University and has published professional articles in reputable journals to include The Gerontologist. In addition, Dr. Smith is a college professor and subject matter expert focusing her talents in the areas of health care, health administration, social sciences, and public health. She is the owner of Diversified Training Consultants Group, a Geriatric Care Management and Training Group, and the author of A Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to Care.

Dr. Smith has received national and international recognition for her work on dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and family caregiving related causes. She has educated, trained, and provided caregiver coaching to 8,000+ family caregivers and heath care practitioners across the globe on accessing long term care support services, caring for persons living with dementia and/or cognitive impairment, and coordinating quality care within aging and underserved communities.

Dr. Smith has been recognized as a Top 20 Under 40 leader by the South Carolina Black Pages Magazine for her work as a community and industry change agent. She has been featured on WACH FOX 57, WIS-TV's Awareness, WLTX, ABC Columbia, WFMV, WGCV, Alzheimer's Speaks Radio, and WURD radio.

Dr. Smith's very popular Just Ask Dr. Macie segments are now featured on Saltbox TV; streaming now on Roku and Fire TV.

In all that Dr. Smith does, she ensures to empower women to age on purpose -- mind, body, and spirit.

Learn more about Dr. Smith by visiting: https://www.bookdrmacie.com/

Presentations

Presentations (5)
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Opportunity

Identifying and addressing opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion in non-profit and for profit entities.

Managing the Care of Adults with Dementia

Gain a better understanding of the differences between age-related memory loss and dementia and how to manage long-term care.

Dealing with Difficult Circumstances

Become better prepared to address resistant behaviors to promote optimal growth.

Promoting Optimal Well-Being through Self-Care Strategies

Providing self-care is a right that many caregivers neglect. So, this presentation will reignite the passion for and the purpose behind, self care.

Health-Disparities in Disadvantaged Communities

Addressing health disparities in disadvantaged communities though education, conversation, and accommodations.

Past talks (7)
Dementia- Competent Care: An Investment with Immeasurable Return
Synergy Home Care Franchising, LLC / Annual Franchise Meeting
Scottsdale, Arizona
May 18, 2023
In Our Community Dementia Speaks
Australian Dementia Forum 2021
Australia
May 31, 2021
The Art of Passionate Care
Florida State Guardianship Association (FSGA) 32ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Miami, Florida
July 19, 2019
Dementia Speaks: Dementia Competent Practices
Senior Care Alliance Aging Conference
Fort Smith, Arkansas
September 19, 2019
A Dementia Caregiver's Guide to Care
Annual Pinellas County Guardianship Conference
St. Petersburg, Florida
September 27, 2019
Women in Leadership Managing the Middle
Association of Women Executives in Corrections Annual Conference
Myrtle Beach, SC
October 6, 2019
MARK PAYNE KEYNOTE: WHEN CARING BECOMES CHRONIC: KNOWING WHEN TO SAY WHEN
Generations Behavioral Health Annual Conference
Salt Lake City, Utah
April 25, 2017
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  • Videos (4)
  • Photos (3)
  • Slides (1)
  • One sheet (1)
  • Press information (1)
Get To Know Dr. Macie I The Social Gerontologist
(PREMIERE) Dementia Divas: Caregiving and the Arts 🎭 w/ Teepa Snow + Lori Labey + Dr. Macie
Dr. Macie LIVE at The Florence Center: Self-Care IS Caregiving
Early Dementia Communication Challenges I Just Ask Dr. Macie
Dr. Macie on set of Dementia Divas
Dr. Macie on set of Dementia Divas
Dr. Macie Smith & Leeza Gibbons  (Emmy Award Winning Journalist, Caregiver Advocate)
Dr. Macie Smith & Leeza Gibbons (Emmy Award Winning Journalist, Caregiver Advocate)
Dr. Macie Smith, Emcee, Allen University Scholarship Gala
Dr. Macie Smith, Emcee, Allen University Scholarship Gala
Do You Speak Dementia? Speaking to the Person, Not the Disease is the Key I Just Ask Dr. Macie
Dr. Macie Smith's Press Page
Dr. Macie Smith's Media Kit

Books & Articles (6)

A Dementia Caregiver's Guide to Care
Self-Published,
2019
Geriatric Specialist’s Practical Guidance on Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
Columbia-area doctor wins August Golden Pen
COVID-19 coverage sends a message that SC seniors are expendable. They deserve better
Nursing home tests
In Our Community Dementia Speaks: Pilot of a person-centered training targeting AA

Expertise (49)

Health & Well-being
Leadership
Media & Marketing
Family & Parenting
Healthcare
Dementia Caregiving Stress Management and Self Care Aging Population Dementia Care debunking dementia myth healthcare burnout Mental Health Care Caregivers family caregiver caring for caregivers Minority Caregivers Patient and caregiver concerns Social Work Leadership Social Work Self-care Boundaries and self care Aging aging in place Aging gracefully Mental health Black people mental health compassion fatigue Compassionate Leadership Brain health Corporate Health and Wellness Health and Wellness 7 Character Traits of a Successful Entrepreneur Accomplished Author aspiring authors author Author Advice 10 Traits for Entrepreneurial Success Alzheimers Disease Alzheimers Alzheimers Myths Engaging the Alzheimer's client Blogging and Social Media Historically Black Colleges Black History Black Owned Business woman owned business Becoming a happy, healthy and successful entrepreneur black woman entrepreneur

Clients

Utah Department of Health
Alzheimer's Association
Leeza's Care Connection
Synergy Home Care
Ageless Innovations
South Carolina Bar
South Carolina Allied Health Education Consortium
The South Carolina Department on Aging
South Carolina Housing Authority
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Awards & certifications (3)

August Golden Pen Award
Post & Courier (Newspaper)
2020
Top 20 Under 40
South Carolina Black Pages
2018
Educator of the Year
South Carolina Allied Health Education Consortium
2017

Reviews

Testimonials (4)
  • Dr Macie can do it all! On script or impromptu, she never fails to energize and educate a crowd, creating memorable experiences. Macie is always professional, reliable and responsive. Bottom line: she elevates every room she walks into with her knowledge, passion, charm and wit. She had worked with our organization many times, and always makes her remarks customized for the crowd or occasion and right on point. Plus, her influence on social media always brings new attention to our cause.
    Leeza Gibbons
    Verified
  • Ask Dr Macie! Is the truth the way and a bright shining light in Caregiving, Dementia guidance 101 and all related. At a pivotal point in my life and family; Dr M's thorough, direct and professional experience is very helpful on our "journey" with my dear Mother. I had the privilege of attending a seminar online ! Awesome and she is so engaging ! Her patience in understanding your concern is simply a Winner. It's a blessing for sure to reach out to Dr M and get advice on how to handle difficult and delicate life changes. Mindset is everything. Dr Macie is truly Special in her field. I would and have recommended her. Keep pressing forward. #priceless
    Marlon Brown Jenkins
    Verified
  • Good evening Dr. Macie Smith! You're bad to bone...I want to compliment you to the roof top on your presentation! I concur with VS Pam, I have heard this topic presented a number of times but definitely not like the way you brought it! Dr. Smith you're an electrifying and a real speaker...I thought I could deliver...but you dropped the Mic! If this presentation wasn't by Zoom....I can only imagine how you can draw an audience...did you step on toes...ouch...as my counterpart indicated with CLASS! I sincerely hope we can get you to speak at our 2021 Victim Service conference! You know your substance...continue to deliver your in-dept knowledge...I know each round will go higher and higher....can't touch you! Again, thank you Dr. Smith and continue to Rock Steady!
    Twiler Smith
  • I took Dementia Dialogues class taught by Dr. Macie and learned so much that I was able to apply in my career. She is a treasure and am grateful to have met and been mentored by her!!
    Nancy
    Verified
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