Heather Gately is the CEO and Founder of Lifted: The Brain Wellness Center, a Connecticut-based practice specializing in 1:1 personalized brain training, cognitive stimulation therapies, and family consulting for people navigating cognitive change. A three-time cancer survivor and seasoned public speaker on brain health, aging, and resilience, Heather brings a rare blend of clinical insight, practical problem-solving, and human warmth to every family she serves.

Before launching Lifted, Heather founded DREAM—Dementia, Research, Education, Advocacy in Motion in Galway, Ireland, where she lived for 13 years. There, she pioneered community programs such as Memory Lane Cafés and Walking Wednesdays, building cross-sector partnerships and evidence-informed supports for individuals with early-stage dementia and their care partners.

Today, Heather leads Lifted’s shift toward highly customized, outcomes-oriented services delivered in homes and community settings across Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Her expertise spans cognitive rehabilitation and stimulation, caregiver coaching, behavior and communication strategies, and coordinated care planning with medical, legal, and community resources. Known for clear action plans, measurable goals, and compassionate guidance, Heather’s mission is simple: help people live well—mind, body, and spirit—through every stage of cognitive change.

Heather Gately is the CEO and Founder of Lifted: The Brain Wellness Center, a Connecticut-based p... Read More