Rebecca Schier-Akamelu
Copywriter
Rebecca Schier-Akamelu is a writer at AgingCare presently focusing on memory care. Prior to her work at AgingCare, Rebecca worked as a freelance marketing copywriter in the Kansas City area. She holds a digital media and marketing certificate from Duke University and a bachelor’s degree from Creighton University.
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