Tori Cohen is just one of those people whose greeting makes you feel welcome and at ease. She directed me through an open door that lead down a maze of hallways. On the right, there was an open door that you could hear a playing piano from. That doorway was our first stop. Inside was a small group of senior citizens; some smiling, clapping and singing. I knew what the place was and why I was there, so I was surprised at myself for how unprepared I felt. This stop was the first part of my tour of the Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center. I was doing my best to prevent my eyes from welling up. I asked myself "How the heck does this woman work here everyday?"

We continued down the hallway, peeking into open doors and forcing myself to put on a bright smile. The next room was filled with seniors creating art; painting, drawing, some independently and some with the help of the center's staff members. There was a kitchen room, an exercise room, and around each corner of the hallway, there was Tori, looking at me - at everyone - with a natural look of understanding in her eyes. To this day, I can't explain it, but by the end of the tour, I could see how she could work there everyday. She and her staff make this place a happy place where, in her words, people have a life after they are diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer's. That's why I asked her to be my guest on this week's live vodcast (new word in the social media content world that means conducting your podcast on video). She is the resource that everyone wishes they could speak with when their loved one is diagnosed. It's a huge thing for me to be able to share her with you. The video below is a highlight reel from our lengthier conversation. You could watch the full length one on my LinkedIn profile, under the posts section. Last thing before you watch; Tori said anyone who runs or wants to start an organization like the one she runs is welcome to call her. Learn more at www.lidementia.org