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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.
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.
Annual Reports
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2010 Annual Report Click on the image for more information.
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2009 Annual Report Click on the image for more information. |
Board of Directors
Greater Kentucky Southern Indiana Chapter
July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Officers
Sharon Reed, Chair
Ben Schoenbachler, MD, Vice Chair
Cathy Nagy, Secretary
Terry Smallwood, Treasurer
Directors
Becky Beanblossom
David Casey, MD
Barbara Bailey Cowden
Richard Edelson, PhD, ABPN
Colmon Elridge, III
Rhonda Faller, Esq
Allen Harris, Jr.
Helen Kientz
Jack Koetter
Nicki McMahon
Joe Rosenberg
Eric Schaefer
Deborah Tuggle, RN, MN, CCNS, FCCM
Ann H. Veno, RN, BSN, MBA, LNHA
Christine White, LCSW
About Our Staff
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Teri Shirk, President and CEO, 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. |
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Ellen Kershaw, Vice President for Public Policy, coordinates advocacy efforts to improve the quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, their families and caregivers, providing leadership to volunteers in setting policy priorities and strategy to change laws, rules, regulations, governmental programs, services and protections for all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. |
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DeeAnna Esslinger, Vice President, Community Relations & 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. |
Employment Opportunities
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