Loretta Shacklett, M.S., CSA, CDP, CMDCP, CADDCT, CMDCPT
- Certified Senior Advisor®
- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional
- Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Dementia Care Trainer
- Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional Trainer
Meet Loretta
Loretta Shacklett is the founder of Trinity Dementia Training LLC and Simplify Senior Living LLC, and she has always had a passion for serving seniors, especially those living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. Throughout her journey working in the senior care space, she quickly discovered that one of the most powerful tools we have in providing compassionate, quality care is education and training.
After witnessing firsthand the challenges that caregivers, families, and healthcare professionals face, she realized that proper training isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. That realization, paired with her heartfelt connection to her community, made starting a dementia training company a natural next step for Loretta.
At the core of everything she does is a strong belief: education, training, kindness, and compassion are the cornerstones of high-quality dementia care. The mission of Trinity Dementia Training is to empower those who care for individuals with dementia—helping them feel more confident, prepared, and supported in their roles—and, in turn, improve the lives of those living with dementia.
Whether you’re a professional caregiver, a healthcare organization, or a family member navigating the complexities of dementia, Loretta is here to guide, teach, and walk alongside you every step of the way.
There is hope for those living with dementia…
it lies in the way we provide care.
Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. These aren’t just statistics–they’re families, memories, and lives forever changed. We have the power to make a difference.
Why Choose Trinity Dementia Training?
Loretta is not just a trainer–she spent years in the caregiving field. She has seen the heartache, the small victories, and the moment where true connection changes everything. As a certified trainer, she knows what works and what doesn’t. Dementia care training and CDP certification are shaping the future of dementia care.
Here’s what makes Trinity Dementia Training different:
In-depth instruction
Every session combines expert knowledge with empathy. Loretta brings compassion into her presentations– whether virtual or in-person – making even tough topics feel accessible and real.
Boosted confidence and credibility
You won’t just leave with a certificate. You’ll leave with tools you can use right away and a stronger sense of purpose in the work you do. Tools that translate directly into better care.
Flexible, virtual access
Busy teams, varied shifts, remote staff – we get it. Our live virtual training options make it easy to bring high-quality education to your group, wherever they are.
Grounded in purpose and experience
Each training blends nationally certified content with real-life caregiving insight, so what you learn isn’t just informative, it’s immediately useful.
Led by a trusted guide
Trainer, life coach, and advocate – Loretta’s sessions reflect her lifelong commitment to helping people feel supported, empowered, and ready to lead with compassion.
I see it every time I teach—dementia care isn’t just about knowledge, it’s about 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. It’s about knowing what to do in those tough moments, how to truly 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵, and how to make life better for those living with dementia 𝘢𝘯𝘥 the people caring for them.
The words from past attendees say it all—this 𝘈𝘭𝘻𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘳’𝘴 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳 doesn’t just teach, it 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘴. You’ll walk away with the tools, support, and confidence to change the lives of those affected by dementia.
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