Meet Diane Tonelli: SALMON’s Dementia Care Expert
With more than 30 years of experience in occupational therapy and dementia care, Diane leads the design, training, and clinical oversight of SALMON’s Tapestry Memory Care Program across our continuum.
Click here to watch Diane share how the complete Tapestry Program supports residents and families.
Diane’s Background & Expertise:
- Director of Tapestry, SALMON Health & Retirement (2016-present)
- Certified Dementia Practitioner Trainer (CDP)
- Dementia LIVE™ Coach
- Graduate Certificate in Aging & Management Services – UMass Boston
- Licensed Occupational Therapist, Massachusetts
Diane’s leadership ensures that Tapestry is clinically grounded, person-centered, and continuously evolving with best practices in dementia care.
The SALMON Tapestry Memory Care Program
Tapestry is designed to preserve ability, protect dignity, and promote joy for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Our program includes:
- Personalized Clinical Care Mapping
- Structured Daily WellnessProgramming
- Signature SALMON Programs
- Purpose-Built Therapeutic Neighborhoods
- Advanced Dementia Training
Director of Tapestry Memory Care
A Message From Diane:
“Memory care must be intentional. Every environment, every activity, every interaction should support the person’s abilities and dignity. That is what Tapestry was built to do.”
