Allison R. Heid, Ph.D., is trained in Human Development and Family Studies with specializations in Adult Development and Aging and Intervention Science. She is an Independent Research Consultant contributing to course development materials, evaluating service programs for individuals with dementia and their care partners, and supporting data analysis on a number of grants related to providing preference-based person-centered care to older adults. She also teaches as an adjunct faculty member, specializing in courses on Developmental Psychology and Adult Development and Aging. Dr. Heid’s research focuses on issues surrounding ethical care decision-making, person-centered care processes, and successful aging.