About us

The Alzheimer’s Association - Cleveland Area Chapter Chapter serves Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain counties, which are located in Northeast Ohio, with offices in Avon, Ashtabula, Cleveland, Chardon and Mentor.

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

Our vision
A world without Alzheimer's disease.

Financial information

The Cleveland Area Chapter is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donor-supported organization. Programs and services are made possible through contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations. The chapter uses 77% of  funds raised for programs, services and research efforts.

Board of Directors – Cleveland Area Chapter

Board of Trustees
Christine B. Stevens, President

Charles F. Adler
Ronald B. Adrine
Robert L. Bazzarelli
Christine F. Branche
Craig M. Brown
Martin J. Burke, Jr.
Paul D. Coulter, PhD
Linda G. DeBor
Robert A. Durham
Kimberly Gill
Nancy H. Hooker
Bonnie H. Marcus
Jason Peterson
Brian J. Richardson
Gail L. Sands
Sally R. Turner
Matthew S. Wayne, MD

Professional Advisory Board
Richard J. Lederman, MD, PhD, Chair
Stephen A. Baum, MD
Philipp Dines, MD, PhD
George L. Gelehrter, MD
Daniel Kendis, MD
Bruce Lamb, PhD
Alan J. Lerner, MD
Barbara Messinger-Rapport, MD, PhD
Paula Ogrocki, PhD
Erin Rader, MSN, APRN, BC
Stephen M. Rao, PhD
Boris Royak, MD, PhD
William S. Schwab, MD, PhD, AGSF
Matthew S. Wayne, MD

Executive Director

Nancy B. Udelson