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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.
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.
Annual report
Click here to view the 2008 Annual Report.Strategic plan
Board of Directors
Officers | |
| President | Michael C. Larkin |
| Vice President | Matt Harper |
| Treasurer | Marie Kolendo |
| Secretary | F. Ellen Netting, Ph.D. |
| Past President | Robert Jackson |
Directors
Jane Campbell
Dianne Denny
Betty Fahed
Nick Faraone
Ben Garrett
Valerie Hopson-Bell
Brenda Mitchell
Scott Paciocco
Russell Perkins
Shannon Riviere
Lynne Seward
Ivan K. Tolbert
Maria Duyos Trzcinski
Chet Wade
Thelma Bland Watson, Ph.D.
Andrea Yoak
Staff
| CEO | Sherry Peterson, M.S.W. |
| Director of Communications | Paul Miller |
| Development Director | Alyssa McBride, M.P.A. |
| Director of Finance and Operations | Kevin Northrop, M.B.A. |
| Program Director | Mary Ann Johnson, M.A. |
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Branch Office Coordinators
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Ellie Galloway Judy Scheibe Judy Tyree, M.B.A. Mary Cooke
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| Development Coordinator | Courtney Groves |
| Family Care Coordinator | Nancy Lentz |
| Program Assistant | Merle Kahn |
| Office Manager | Fran Foster |
| State Public Policy Director | Carter Harrison |
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.
