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About Adam Lassen

Rev. Adam Lassen, LPN, AAP-BC©, CAEd©, CDP©, CDCM©, CADDCT©, CDSGF©
Owner and Operator, The Gift of Purpose, L.L.C.

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My work begins with a simple belief: every person deserves opportunities to experience purpose, connection, and joy. Through The Gift of Purpose, I bring together my experience in nursing, dementia care, activity programming, social services, education, and pastoral ministry to support people living with memory loss and those who care for them.

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My professional background includes serving as an Alzheimer’s Care Unit Director, Activities Director, and Social Services Designee. I have also been involved in Alzheimer’s caregiver support since 1999. These experiences have shaped my commitment to practical education and compassionate care that recognizes the person beyond a diagnosis.

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As the next-generation steward of the Gift of Purpose Program and the Reality Comprehension Clock Test (RCCT), I am committed to carrying this work forward with care and respect for its foundations. My focus is on helping families and professionals better understand a person’s abilities and use that understanding to support meaningful engagement, dignity, and connection.

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Through The Gift of Purpose, I provide education and consultation for families, caregivers, and professionals, including guidance for using our themed activity kits and packets. These resources help caregivers offer activities that reflect a person’s interests and abilities, creating opportunities for participation and success. I also develop educational programs that connect dementia care concepts with everyday caregiving situations.

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My credentials include:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Advanced Activity Professional – Board Certified© (AAP-BC©)

• Certified Alzheimer’s Educator© (CAEd©)

• Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP©)

• Certified Dementia Care Manager (CDCM©)

• Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT©)

• Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator (CDSGF©)

 

I am also a Qualified Personality Lingo Presenter, adding another dimension to my work as an educator and consultant. I help people explore differences in personality and communication styles, encouraging greater understanding, stronger relationships, and more effective teamwork among caregivers, families, and professionals.

Alongside this work, I also serve as a pastor. My ministry reinforces the values that guide my approach to caregiving and education: listening carefully, honoring each person’s story, and meeting people with compassion and respect.

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Whether I am teaching a class, supporting a caregiver, or helping someone find an activity that brings a moment of joy, my goal remains the same: to help people feel seen, valued, and connected, with meaningful opportunities to experience purpose throughout their lives.