Stacey Young has worked in the field of activities and dementia care for over 11 years.  She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology  in 1998 and her Master’s Degree in Aging Studies in 2000, both from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.  She has worked in various settings including long term care, assisted living and care for the memory impaired. Stacey has been Activity Director Certified through the National
Certification Council for Activity Professionals since 2002, and recently became Activity Consultant Certified.  A past Director of Recreation and Engagement at Copper Ridge, Stacey currently serves as Director of Lifestyle and Dementia Programs at Broadmead Retirement Community.  Stacey has presented on a variety of topics relating to the provision of activities to the memory impaired including such topics as cross community activity competitions, laughter in dementia care and documentation in activity programming.  She has presented to groups including activity professionals, long-term care professionals, and caregivers providing direct care for loved ones in their home.