Karen Tyrell

Karen Tyrell is a Dementia Consultant & Educator and Founder of Personalized Dementia Solutions Inc. She is the author of “Cracking the Dementia Code - Creative Solutions to Cope with Changed Behaviours” (published in 2013). She is also the

co-creator of the “Dementia Caregiver Solutions” iOS App (released in 2015) which has helped hundreds of caregivers to better care for individuals exhibiting common dementia behaviours.

With over 7 years of post-secondary education in the field of Gerontology as well as over 20 years of front-line experience, Karen has acquired well-rounded practical skills and knowledge that have enabled her to successfully support her clients.

Before moving to BC in 2009 Karen was the Executive Director of the Alzheimer Society of Leeds-Grenville in Ontario, providing dementia support and education in her community. Previously, she held the role as Board President for the Society for 4 consecutive years.

As the CEO of Personalized Dementia Solutions Inc., Karen shares her expertise through speaking engagements and dementia workshops to both families and front-line staff. She also facilitates family caregiver support groups and works one-on-one with caregivers to provide emotional support and practical creative non-pharmacological solutions to help alleviate everyday challenges associated with dementia.