Stephani Shivers

Stephani Shivers, MEd, OTR/L
Chief Innovation Officer & VP of Program Development

 646.744.2952

 sshivers@cknyc.org
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Stephani Shivers is the Chief Innovation Officer at CaringKind, where she designs and leads a suite of programs for families affected by dementia and the professionals who provide their care. With 40 years of experience across non-profits, healthcare, senior living, research, and education in the U.S. and Europe, she brings a unique blend of clinical expertise as an occupational therapist and leadership in program development. Stephani is nationally recognized as a leader in community-based services and has launched numerous dementia-focused initiatives with funding from organizations like ACL, AARP, PCORI and the NIA Impact Collaboratory. 

Her passion to drive systems change is shaped by her experiences with her grandmother and parents. Her personal and professional experiences fuel her commitment to transforming dementia care and reducing stigma.