Marilyn Raichle began her career in the theatre, founding the Seattle International Children’s Festival, introducing children to world culture through the performing arts In 2007, she received a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Upon returning to Seattle, her career was upended when she became a care partner for her parents, both of whom were developing dementia Inspired by her mother’s newfound artistic ability, she founded The Art of Alzheimer’s, celebrating the creativity of people living with dementia and the power of the creative arts to enrich and empower their lives. In 2019 she became the Executive Director Maude’s Awards for Innovative in Alzheimer’s Care, celebrating and rewarding innovative programs practices of care that are enhancing the lives of people living with dementia. and their care partners.