KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 04/04/26 | Rachel shares her journey as a gerontologist who serves communities across the country and was invited to support kupuna in Hawaii. She began her work in dementia care in 2013, which grew into her passion to help and guide others. She is also an author and writes the blog “Dementia by Day,” where she shares real stories from her experiences. Rachel started her consulting practice in 2016, helping families better understand and care for loved ones with dementia. She explains the importance of being gentle, patient, and understanding each person’s reality, especially when they experience confusion over time.