Brenda Gurung, C.D.P.

Advisory Board Member

2022

Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease

Forbes Health Advisory Board Member

Brenda Gurung (she/hers) is a credentialed dementia specialist and has served in senior living for over 12 years. She offers empowering, practical insights—always with the goal to improve meaningful connections with people living with dementia. She is the founder of Be Growth Dementia Education, a volunteer Community Educator who regularly presents for the Alzheimer’s Association (and has facilitated over 150 workshops), and holds a number of certifications. An ally, she advocates for inclusive spaces and voices.

Brenda Gurung (she/hers) is a credentialed dementia specialist and has served in senior living for over 12 years. She offers empowering, practical insights—always with the goal to improve meaningful connections with people living with dementia. She is the founder of Be Growth Dementia Education, a volunteer Community Educator who regularly presents for the Alzheimer’s Association ....Read More

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Board Certifications and Training

  • National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, Certified Dementia Care Practitioner
  • Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care, Certified Consultant
  • The Eden Alternative, Certified Eden Associate

Education

  • Truman State University (B.A. History and Russian Studies)
  • North-Eastern Federal University (Completed coursework toward M.A. Sakha Language)
  • Quantic School of Business and Technology (M.B.A.)

Achievements

  • Colorado Gerontological Society, Assisted Living Administrator
  • Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Mental Health and Dementia Training Manager
  • Alzheimer's Association Colorado Chapter, Leaders in Dementia Care Training, 2012-2014
  • Boulder County Area Agency on Aging, Training Facilitator for Project Visibility and Inclusivity for LGBT Elders

  • Your Guide To Companion Care

    Through illness, injury or other aspects of aging, some older adults become less socially and physically active over time. Resulting feelings of isolation can lead to increased mental and physical health risks, such as high blood pressure, obesity, anxiety, depression...

  • How Seniors Can Get Involved In Foster Care

    There were more than 400,000 young people in the U.S. foster care system in 2021. Many older adults—given their emotional maturity, broad life experience and parental wisdom—can be great resources to help these kids thrive. Not everyone is cut out...

  • What Is A Retirement Home?

    As we age, our living needs and other circumstances change. For many older adults, a supportive community and fewer responsibilities at home—be it yardwork, cleaning or any other necessary upkeep—can help improve safety, quality of life and peace of mind....

  • What Is Adult Day Care?

    Adult day care centers and programs provide a safe, secure setting for older adults who need supervision during the day or who would benefit from additional social engagement outside their home. There are more than 7,500 adult day care centers...

Health Philosophy

“I provide practical insights to connect with individuals with dementia in a meaningful way that recognizes their own agency, purpose and ability. I enjoy collaborating with families, families of choice and professionals. I strive to be an ally, cultivating safe, open spaces for all.”