Linda Ercoli, PhD.
Linda Ercoli, PhD.
Interim Director
Linda Ercoli, PhD, is a geriatric psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, dementia caregiver education, and the management of behavioral symptoms in individuals with dementia. She has collaborated on numerous research studies focused on early detection of dementia, late life depression, healthy lifestyle interventions, and caregiver support. She conducts behavioral management training for paid and unpaid caregivers. Dr. Ercoli developed cognitive enhancement programs for individuals with mild age-related memory concerns and people cancer-related cognitive changes. She previously served as the Director of Geriatric Psychology–Neuropsychology at the UCLA Semel Institute.
Recent Professional and Community Lectures
Benefits of Lifelong Learning, presented at Watermark Retirement Community |
Jan 2023 |
Caregiver Stress Beverly Hills Day of Wellness |
Sept 2023 |
Living a Healthy Brain Lifestyle, California Teacher’s Assn-Retired |
Feb 2024 |
Prevalence, Incidence and Risk, Los Angeles Alzheimer’s Assn |
April 2024 |
Driver Cessation and Dementia, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America |
June 2024 |
Cognitive Functioning and Mental Health in Long-term HIV Survivors, Statewide Skill Building Symposium: Addressing Mental Health Among Older Adults with HIV Avoiding Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Coalition of San Diego |
Aug 2024 |
The Pillars of Brain Health, Villa Siena Senior Living Community |
Sept 2024 |
Aging with HIV, Pacific AIDS Education & Training Center-Bay Area, North & Central Coast |
Oct 2024 |
Preventing and Treating Caregiver Burnout, Alzheimer's Association, San Diego |
Dec 2024 |
