ABOUT US

Our mission
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Our vision
A world without Alzheimer's disease.

Areas we serve
The Alzheimer's Association, Central and Western Kansas Office, provides vital services and support to individuals, caregivers and families. We serve 68 counties in Kansas.

• Counties we serve
  

Contact us
24/7 Helpline: 1.800.272.3900
Central and Western Kansas Office
347 S. Laura
Wichita, KS 67211
(316) 267-7333 or toll-free (800) 272-3900
Fax (316) 267-6369
marsha.hills@alz.org
Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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• Board members
  

Chapter newsletter
Our free newsletter is published quarterly and contains the latest information in Alzheimer care, research and advocacy plus chapter news. Sign up to receive our newsletter by contacting Ginny Blouin, (316) 267-7333 or ginny.blouin@alz.org. Or you can view past issues below.

• December/January 2011-2012
  
• October/November 2011
  
• August/September 2011
  

2011 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures

• Read the report
  

Meet the staff!

Marsha Hills, Development Director marsha.hills@alz.org	Dyana Schaefer Finance Director/ Development Assistant dyana.schaefer@alz.org	Ginny Blouin Office Coordinator/ Respite Grants ginny.blouin@alz.org
Jenny Shipman Program Director jenny.shipman@alz.org	Linsey Norton Family Care Coordinator linsey.norton@alz.org
Roe Strickland Receptionist roe.strickland@alz.org	Candi Cheney Receptionist candi.cheney@alz.org

WE CAN HELP

Support groups

Come listen, share and learn from others who understand what you are going through. We have support groups for early stage Alzheimer's and groups for caregivers. Groups meet at a various times and locations. They are free and confidential

Check to see if there is a group close to you that fits your needs.

• Support groups - Central KS
• Support groups - Western KS

Education programs

Attend an education program and learn more about the basics of Alzheimer's, caregiving, working with your doctor, brain health and more. We offer several programs for families, individuals facing Alzheimer's and the public. Most of these programs are free of charge.

Education Calendar of Events

• Speaking Events

• Caregiver Series

Professional Calendar of Events

• ABAC Training

• Foundations of Training

Local resources and referrals

Need a referral to a local adult day care center, nursing home or eldercare lawyer? Our staff can help assess whether a specific care or service provider meets the needs of an individual with Alzheimer's.

For more information, please contact us:
By phone: 1.800.272.3900
By e-mail: linsey.norton@alz.org

Books and Videos

There are many many informative and interesting books and videos available for check out from our office for free! Stop by today.

• Book catalogue
• Video catalogue

JOIN THE CAUSE

Donate

Your gift will help fight Alzheimer's through vital research and essential support programs and services.

Donate online

Donate by phone:
(316) 267-7333
We accept Visa/MC/Discover

Donate by mail:
Central and Western Kansas Office
347 S. Laura
Wichita, KS 67211

• Donation form

Other ways to donate:
Planned Gifts
Ensure that those affected by this disease today and tomorrow will benefit from your generosity until we know a world without Alzheimer's.

A planned gift to the Alzheimer's Association – Central and Western Kansas Office enables you to maintain your dedication to supporting our mission while also meeting your overall estate, financial and tax goals. Some planned giving opportunities allow you to receive a lifetime income and immediate tax benefit. Examples of a few planned gift opportunities include:

• Wills and bequests
• Charitable gift annuities
• Charitable trusts
• Life insurance

Sample Bequest Language:
I give to the Alzheimer's Association – Central and Western Kansas Office located at 347 S. Laura, Wichita, KS 67211, ________ (enter percentage of estate or a specific amount), to support local programs and services.

For more information please contact Marsha Hills at 316.267.7333 or marsha.hills@alz.org.

Local events

Attend one of our fundraising and awareness events to benefit the Alzheimer's Association Central and Western Kansas Office.

• Local events
• Arts & Inspirations Center

Walk to End Alzheimer's

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Click here to order your Alzheimer's Association car magnet.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s tumbler

Walk to End Alzheimer’s tumbler (double insulated)-$12.00. Come by the office to get yours!

Volunteer

Every volunteer contributes to our ability to serve the community. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities, depending upon your talents, interest and time.

• Volunteer opportunities