Elizabeth K. Rhodus, PhD, OTR/L

Dr. Rhodus engages in research aimed at improving lives of older adults with neurodegenerative disorders at Sanders Brown Center on Aging at the University of Kentucky, a nationally recognized National Institute of Health Center of Excellence for research specific to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

She holds a PhD in Gerontology and is also an occupational therapist with specialization in dementia care and care provider training. She has developed a line of research related to behavioral management in dementia care, sensory-based assessment and intervention, and environmental aspects related to behaviors associated with dementia. Dr. Rhodus values meaningful and empathetic care provision for individuals who suffer from cognitive impairment.