About Us

Dawn Reed, president and owner of "Aloha To Senior Solutions", has worked in the Senior and Health & Wellness industries for more than 30 years. She is passionate about assisting families and businesses to better understand the journey of caregiving and aging intricacies through education, support, laughter and effective marketing and communication. The inspiration for "Aloha To Senior Solutions" came from her personal experience; as a child watching her grandmother suffer with Alzheimer's disease, then as an adult assisting her mother through cancer surgery and from her father, the longest living lung cancer survivor, who truly lived and modeled the "Aloha Spirit". She has spent her adult life assisting people of all ages, especially the elderly, to enhance their quality of life.  
              
Dawn is a Certified Senior Advisor, CSA (www.csa.us/ProfessionalsYouCanTrust.aspx), holds a Certificate of Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, and is a Certified Laughter Yoga leader (laughter is the best medicine for all ages!). In addition, she has many other certifications and countless CEU hours ranging from Healthy Brain Aging, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, Fitness and others related to Gerontology. Her training and experience allow her to effectively facilitate monthly care-partner support groups, with emphasis on early onset dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. Her "Care Coaching" sessions have allowed families to manage their care journey in a more focused and less stressful manner.

She enjoys her role as a Consultant, Trainer, and Facilitator to assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospices, home care agencies, adult day care centers, faith-based entities ( Mt. Bethel UMC), private businesses and community professionals.

Her diverse experience includes Executive Director and National Trainer for the YMCA, Therapeutic Recreation Director in Skilled Nursing Facilities and volunteer Hospice Care Team Leader.  As the Director of a nationally recognized & award winning adult day respite program for 6 years, Dawn recognized the growing need for these services and in 2009 Dawn founded Aloha to Aging, Inc www.alohatoaging.org a non-profit providing: "Aloha Day Club" a therapeutically structured social day respite program for those 55+ who have stopped driving, Wellness, Educational and Simulation programs for the community and volunteer opportunities to Cobb, Cherokee, DeKalb, Fulton and Paulding Counties. Dawn is currently the President and Executive Director of Aloha To Aging, Inc.
 
Ms. Reed is a member of the Atlanta Area Coalition on Aging & Mental Health (Emory Fuqua Center), the Design and Technologies for Healthy Aging (Ga. Tech) Cobb Services for the Elderly, the Senior Care Network Niche, Cobb Collaborative, and several other community organizations.

Her numerous articles have been published in magazines and she has regularly featured in several local magazines. To add to her experience, she has been a speaker at numerous national conference workshops, including the Rosalyn Carter National Training Institute.

These diverse experiences combine to produce a high level of expertise to assist both individuals, families, and businesses through her multi-faceted consultation services. Feel free to give her a call today at 678-777-7241.

Testimonials:

“Dawn Reed is an inspirational example of a person who tirelessly gives of herself for the benefit of others. Dawn has the igniting power to connect people and resources together for the betterment of all. With her strong background in helping older adults and their families, she is able to bring her expertise to others needing guidance in care-giving, senior adult placement, and counseling. Dawn is a trusted and reliable expert for those needing assistance understanding the various options and resources in the Senior Living Industry.”

Derin, Senior Living Marketing Director

“It’s rare when you find a professional that knows their trade and exudes a strong desire to provide personal service to other people. Dawn is that one of a kind person. She has been an invaluable resource for my family and me, as we have had to deal with the pressures of caring for elderly parents. I’m not sure how we would have survived this season without the caring and loving support Dawn gave. Her work is top notch, spot on and excellent. I would not hesitate to recommend her.”

Frank H., Caregiver for Parents

Thank you for another great session. You have given me perspective and renewed  purpose during this transitioanl time of caring for my mom which has allowed me to become mentally healthier during this difficult time.  Thank you again for all you do for me and our the community. 

Jennifer, Caregiver for Mom in Independent Living Community

Thank you so much for being such a wonderful resource to me and my family.  Also, thanks for the recommendation on other facilities to check out that might be better suited for my moms particular needs. God Bless you for all you do!

Julie, Caregiver for Mom in Memory Care Community

“Dawn is outstanding! While providing excellent suggestions and resources, she totally understands the caregiver and the impact this role has on your life and relationships. The validation of feelings & concerns in an open, confidential setting along with good advice based on experience and knowledge provide a guaranteed valuable investment of your time! I recommend it highly!”

Terry, Caregiver for mother in skilled nursing home

You were key to helping our family through some tough decisions. Thank you for what you did for us, and thank you for the services you continue to offer for individuals and families throughout the community. You and your organization are not only needed but are truly a blessing.

With sincere gratitude, Johnna, Cynthia, and Greg 


     Dawn Reed, Gerontologist, CSA
Certified Senior Advisor
Owner, "Aloha To Senior Solutions" 
               President and Founder, Aloha To Aging, Inc www.alohatoaging.org 

**Aloha To Aging, Inc: 501c3nonprofit providing Aloha Day Club; adult day respite for 55+ who have stopped driving, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease Support Groups, education and wellness programs.