Hi! My name is Jane Hutchinson, and I’m a speech-language pathologist.

Now, you might be wondering:
“What the heck is a speech pathologist doing talking about brain health?”

I’m so glad you asked!

For most of my career, I’ve worked with adults and their families, evaluating, treating, and educating individuals with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders caused by neurological conditions like:
✅ Stroke
✅ Parkinson’s Disease
✅ Dementia
✅ Traumatic Brain Injury

I’ve worked in hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and, for the past eight years, home health care—where I’ve had a front-row seat to how these conditions affect not only individuals but also their families and caregivers in their everyday lives.

The Brain is the Key to Everything--
Here’s what I’ve learned: every single neurological condition I’ve treated has one common denominator—they all affect the brain.

That’s why part of my job isn’t just evaluation and therapy, but also education. I assess my patients’ medical history and lifestyle habits, then create a care plan that includes not only treatment but also brain health strategies.

And here’s the amazing part—people’s eyes light up when they realize that, just like heart health, brain health is something we can protect and improve at any stage of life. That realization gives people hope.

Why Should You Care About Your Brain Health?

If our brain health declines, it impacts:
❌ Our independence
❌ Our relationships
❌ Our ability to work and enjoy life
❌ Our quality and length of life

But here’s the good news: we can take control of our brain health now! That’s why I became a Brain Health Professional Licensed Trainer through Amen University and founded BrainThrive—to coach individuals and groups on how to optimize their brain, transform their health, and thrive in every area of life.

So, are you ready to take this journey with me? Let’s explore powerful, practical ways to nourish your brain—so you can flourish in every area of your life! 🚀