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About Us

The Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association provides service and education to 125 counties across greater Kentucky and southern Indiana. Over 5 million Americans have the disease and more than 80,000 of them reside in our service territory. The services provided to those affected by Alzheimer’s, their families and caregivers include a 24 hour helpline; support groups; educational programs designed for caregivers, professionals and general education for the community; a newsletter and advocacy at all levels of government.

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 Greater Kentucky/Southern Indiana 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 76% of funds raised for programs, services and research efforts.

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Annual Reports

 

 

2010 Annual Report

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2009 Annual Report

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Board of Directors 

Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Chapter
July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013

Officers
Ben Schoenbachler, MD, Chair
Nicki McMahon, Vice Chair
Terry Smallwood, Secretary
Becky Beanblossom, Treasurer

Directors
David M. Casey, MD
Barbara Bailey Cowden
Richard Edelson, PhD, ABPN
Colmon Elridge, III
Rhonda Faller, Esq
Allen L. Harris, Jr.
Mauritia Kamer
Helen Kientz
Jack Koetter
Cathy Nagy
Kelley Nalli
Karen Profitt Newman, EDD, MSN, RN
Sharon Reed
Joe Rosenberg
Deborah Tuggle, MN, APRN, CCNS, FCCM
Ann H. Veno, RN, BSN, MBA, LNHA

 

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About Our Staff

 

 

Teri Shirk, Executive Director, joined the Association in early 2008. She spent the last twenty years in non-profit service and administration, including eight years as an executive. Teri holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati. She acts on behalf on the Board of Directors to provide the Association with strategic direction and administrative oversight.  
   

Bari Lewis, Chapter Director of Community Outreach, officially joined the Alzheimer’s Association in early 2012 after several years serving as a volunteer on the Association's Public Policy Committee. She
holds a Masters degree in Gerontology and Long-term Care Management. In her
position she provides leadership and direction for the Mission and Service portion of the Association, which renders both caregiver and professional information, education, training, and support to the Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana area. Bari began her career in the field of aging as a direct caregiver; an experience that grounded her in person-centered care and shaped her philosophy of eldercare both personally and professionally. She is passionate about the awareness and provision of quality care and services, both locally and globally for those diagnosed with or caring for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
   

 

DeeAnna Esslinger, Chapter Director of Development, serves the Alzheimer’s Association as the Vice President of Development.  She joined the Association in March of 2004 and oversees all fundraising for the Chapter including special events, major gifts, planned giving, grants and donations.  She is a graduate of the University of Louisville and holds a certificate of Non Profit Leadership from Bellarmine University.  Her background includes events management with the Kentucky Derby Festival, accounts management with MCI Telecommunications, and membership development with the Southern Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Louisville Chamber of Commerce. 
   

 

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Alzheimer's Association

Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.