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March 10th, 2026

Dr. Dale V. Atkins Author of "The Turquoise Butterfly"

  1. Dr. Dale V. Atkins Author of "The Turquoise Butterfly" Lance A. Slatton 43:00

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Dr. Dale V. Atkins as guest to the show.

About Dr. Dale V. Atkins:

Dale V. Atkins, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and educator with more than forty-five years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Dr. Atkins consults domestically and internationally. She conducts seminars and retreats for Health and educational institutions, executives and employees of major corporations, and government agencies in matters related to the fields of psychology, sociology, Education, and communication.

She practices, teaches, and consults in the field of Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders with a focus on prevention as well as patient and caregiver wellness and resilience. She emphasizes the benefits of intergenerational Relationships in families and communities. Dr. Atkins values opportunities to share everyday human stories with those in the health care field. She is the author of eight books; most recently, The Turquoise Butterfly, (her first children’s book), chapters, articles, and journals for popular and professional audiences.

For 22 years Dr. Atkins was a recurring guest expert on NBC’s “Today” show.

Dr. Atkins is an active volunteer in her community. She and her dog are a certified dog Therapy team who have participated in school readers’ programs as well as visitation programs at day and residential facilities for people who have Alzheimer’s. She is a member of several non-profit boards whose focus is literacy, tolerance, women’s health and wellness, child protection, hospital leadership, and community action.

An engaged citizen, she has received multiple recognitions for her community service and leadership.

Dr. Atkins has two children and six grandchildren. She has private practice in NYC and lives in CT, where she is often found outdoors.

Lance A. Slatton CSCM Host of The Nation's Leading Voice in Long-Term Care Issues

Lance has worked at Enriched Life Home Care Services as a Senior Case Manager for over 8 years and has been the host of All Home Care Matters since its inception in 2020.

Lance finds joy in helping families and those needing care and support. This led Lance and the team at Enriched Life Home Care Services to create All Home Care Matters in 2020 to act as a continuation of the work that they have been doing for families and communities throughout Southeastern Michigan.

This commitment to the families and communities in Michigan has led Enriched Life Home Care Services being recognized and awarded the #1 home care provider in Michigan for the past 5 years in a row.

As host of All Home Care Matters he is always looking for ways to help listeners and viewers to find and have the information, resources, and support that they need as they face long-term care issues and letting them know that they are not alone.

Lance also serves as a member of the Board of Directors for a senior center in Monroe County, Michigan.