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About Us
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Mission Statement
To advocate and promote the development of support services, education and research for those affected by Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, and their caregivers. |
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Vision
A world without Alzheimer Disease and other Dementias. |
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| Values |
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Respect
- Empowerment
- Excellence
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Hope for Tomorrow
Our dedicated board, staff, and volunteers work toward the common goal of making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our ongoing efforts are to provide Help for Today through support and education programs, outreach, public awareness and advocacy, and Hope for Tomorrow by supporting ongoing research working towards advances in detection, treatments, and a cure. |
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- Formed in 1988
- Incorporated in 2000
- Non-profit charitable organization
- Serves all of Perth County with a population of 75,000 and an area of 846 sq. miles.
- Eight Board Members
- Approximately 65 members
- Approximately 350 volunteers
- Associated with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario (39 Chapters) and the Alzheimer Society of Canada
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| Programs and services provided to the community include: |
- First Link™ – linking individuals to learning, services & Support
- Caregiver Support
- Professional Education – Montesorri, Gentle Persuasive Appraoch
- First Link™ Learning Series for Caregivers
- Alzheimer Information Series for Professionals
- Family & Individual Support
- Advanced Care Planning
- Safely Home – Wandering Persons Registry
- Speaker’s Bureau
- Special Steps Walking Program
- Resource Centre
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| Staff |
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| 2009 - 2010 Board of Directors |
| Agnes Deloyer |
President |
| Stephen Kropf |
Vice-President |
| Cheryl Yost |
Secretary |
| Anne Denomy |
Treasurer |
| Larke Turnbull |
Director |
| Terry Hastings |
Director |
Bob Petrushewsky |
Director |
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