Kareen King

Keynotes, Concerts, & Workshops to Enrich, Empower, and Edutain Lives in Long-Term Care & Health Care Settings For booking info, contact Kareen at kking@thegoldenexperience.com.

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Now Available! Kareen's newest CD, FIND ME. Click image to purchase CD.

Now Available! Kareen's newest CD, FIND ME.                             Click image to purchase CD.
"I am sailing on the songs. Your words are hopeful, heart-full and the songs are loving." - Loretta Downs, Founder, Chrysalis End-of-Life Inspirations

Popular Training Tool! The Person in the Picture Ain't Me. Click image to purchase CD.

Popular Training Tool! The Person in the Picture Ain't Me. Click image to purchase CD.
"I can’t listen to your CD without crying. This is the best CD I have heard in ages! Of course it also motivates me to assure that my entire staff listens to your words and message as well. The songs are memorable and habit-forming! I think every person working in healthcare should hear your message.” - PJ Prusia, Executive Director

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      • A Person-Centered World?
      • Least Favorite Color - Grey Hair!
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      • Dementia Doesn't Steal the Gift of Musicianship
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      • Marriage Advice from Elders in Long-Term Care Sett...
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      • Finding Emilou - Part One
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Kareen King, owner and creator of The Golden Experience™, is a Registered Drama Therapist and Keynote Speaker who educates through original song and storytelling. She champions person-centered care with an emphasis in empathy, creativity, and creating peak experiences in long-term care settings. Email kking@thegoldenexperience.com for information on how "The Golden Experience" can add that extra golden touch to your next conference or event.
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