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Midlands Chapter

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In FY08 Offering Help & Hope To:

  • 1,238  Information & Referral Calls   
  • 184  Care Consultations   
  • 243  Support Group Meetings
  • 1,503  Support Group Attendees
  • 8,921  Education Program Attendees  

About us

Since 1982, the Midlands Chapter has provided education, information and support to individuals afflicted with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and the related disorders and supports the National Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association in its research for the prevention, cure, and treatment of AD and related disorders. This mission is carried out through Advancing Research, Education & Information, Family Support Services, and Advocacy.

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 Midlands 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 78% of funds raised for programs, services and research efforts.

Annual report

FY08 Midlands Chapter Annual Report

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Strategic Plan

Midlands Chapter Strategic Plan

Board of Directors – Midlands Chapter Officers

Officers
Larry Guenther, MBA--Chair
Holly Huerter Morgan, JD--Vice Chair
Kristine Sullivan, RN--Secretary
Kathy Coziahr, BS--Treasurer

Board Members
Brenda Bergman-Evans, PhD
Ryan Clark, BS
Gary DeVoss, MD
Wood Hull, JD
Timothy McCormick, MS
Jane Prochaska, JD
Jack Ruesch, JD
John Sharp, JD
Kathy Tewhill, MA
Vern Welch
Stephen Zubrod, MBA

Regional Advisory Council Chairs
Betty Foster, PhD--East Nebraska
Jack Ruesch, JD--Southwest Iowa

Medical Scientific Panel
William Burke, MD
Gary DeVoss, MD
Kristen Drescher, PhD
Tsuneya Ikezu, MD
Daniel L. Murman, MD
Prasad Padala, MD
Steven Wengel, MD

Staff
Betty Chin, Program Staff
Micah Evans, Development Director
Clayton Freeman, Program Director
Duane Gross, President and CEO
Diane Hendricks, Program Staff
Bonnie Lingard, Program Staff
Gloria Nielsen, Reception and Office Support
Alisha Palagi, Events Planner
Rosalie Shepherd, Program Staff
Debbie Soula, Finance Director