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About us

The Alzheimer’s Association - Greater Richmond Chapter

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.

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Financial information

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Richmond 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.

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Annual report

Click here to view 2012 Annual Report. 

 

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Strategic plan

Click here to view our 2012-2014 Strategic Plan.

 

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Board of Directors

Officers
President Marie Kolendo Genworth Financial
Vice President Andrea Yoak ThompsonMcMullan
Treasurer Steven Zabel Genworth Financial
Secretary Brenda D. Mitchell Crater Community Hospice, Inc.
Past President Matt Harper MeadWestvaco

Directors

Hattie Barley
Federal Reserve Bank

Nancy N. Bolio
Senior Connections

Betty Fahed
Wills Financial Group

Nick Faraone
Senior Solutions of Richmond

Phoebe P. Hall
Hall & Hall, PLC

Arlene Hayes
Altria

Frank McCarthy
Visiting Angels
Northern Neck & Middle Peninsula

Shannon Riviere
Flight Attendant, American Airlines

Lynne Seward
A Grace Place

Ivan K. Tolbert
Inventory of Solutions

Staff

CEO	Sherry Peterson, M.S.W.
Development Director	Ashleigh Moody, CFRE
Director of Finance and Operations	Kevin Northrop, M.B.A.
Program Director	Mary Ann Johnson, M.A.
Regional Directors	Ellie Galloway (Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck) Lori Myers (Fredericksburg) Felicia Kelsey, M.Ed. (Tri-Cities)
Walk Manager	Sandy Grady
Education & Outreach Coordinator	Kristin Guest
Family Care Coordinator	Nancy Lentz
Program Assistant	Merle Kahn
Care Consultant	Jessica Samet
Development Assistant	Whitney Melton
Office Manager	Fran Foster
State Public Policy Director	Carter Harrison

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Our history

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Richmond Chapter was established in 1981 with the organization of a single family support group and became a Chapter of the National Alzheimer's Association in 1983. In its beginning, the Chapter was composed exclusively of dedicated volunteers. Over the years, the Chapter has grown to include three branch offices in Fredericksburg, Gloucester, andTri-Cities and a headquarters office in Richmond.

Tremendous Chapter growth occurred as awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and the existence of local services grew. The number of support groups increased, helpline coverage expanded, safe return education was created, educational programs expanded, and public policy advocacy increased.

As the Greater Richmond Chapter continues to grow, it remains dedicated to research for the prevention, cure, and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, education of professionals and the general public regarding the nature of the disease, and provision of support and assistance to those with the disease and their families. Our mission will continue to coincide with that of the national association through research, education, advocacy, and services to patients and families

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