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About us
The Alzheimer's Association, South Central Wisconsin Chapter is a nonprofit organization that is specifically designed to provide a link to resources for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. We are a chapter of the National Alzheimer's Association, Inc. The South Central WI Chapter serves nine counties: Dane, Columbia, Lafayette, Grant, Green, Iowa, Sauk, Richland, and Rock.
We are also deeply concerned with providing support to those who care for persons with dementia. Our mission is to help caregivers take care of themselves as well as provide a quality life for the person with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
The Alzheimer's Association, South Central Wisconsin Chapter provides information and resources regarding Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We have many programs and services to offer you on an ongoing basis. Give us a call if you have any questions or would like to talk personally with any of our staff (608.232.3400 during regular business hours) or call 800.272.3900, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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, South Central Wisconsin 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 83% of all funds raised for programs, services and research efforts.
Annual report
Our vision for the future (through 2013)
Goal 1: Providing and Enhancing Care and Support
- We will be the recognized leader in providing innovative services, and serve as an information source on current emerging issues to the general public, health care professionals, and those people and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
- We will increase diversity by expanding outreach and programs to clients in rural communities and among varied ethnic and socioeconomic groups. In addition, we will strive to increase diversity among our staff, volunteers, committees and Board members.
- We will continue to provide ongoing, quality educational services with breadth in geography and format, to the entire community, including caregivers, health professionals and business leaders. The Chapter will have created heightened public awareness about Alzheimer’s disease in its service area through a large force of ambassadors/crusaders.
Goal 2: Building Unity and Capacity
- We will have stable sources of revenue that allow freedom and flexibility to provide needed services and resources to the community in a prompt and effective manner.
- We will have expanded to provide proportional levels of services to residents of Columbia, Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, Richland, Rock and Sauk counties affected by Alzheimer’s disease and those who care for them.
Goal 3: Mobilizing Public Support
- We will be recognized throughout our service area for excellent leadership, dedicated and knowledgeable staff, effective programs, and compassion for those who have Alzheimer’s disease.
- In collaboration with the Wisconsin Chapter Network, we will be recognized by the people we serve for public policy initiatives that enhance the quality of life for person with dementia and their family caregivers.
Goal 4: Advancing Research
- We will be considered a major local partner in encouraging eligible persons to participate in dementia research being done primarily in Wisconsin.
South Central Wisconsin Chapter staff
The phone numbers below are direct extension numbers to the specific staff member.
Email convention = first name.last name @ alz.org
Paul Rusk, Executive Director
(608.232.3405)
Amy Gallagher, Director of Finance and Operations
(608.232.3401)
Miriam Boegel, Director of Development
(608.232.3409)
Kristin Larson, Development Associate
(608.310.8780)
Rob Gundermann, Public Policy Director, WI Chapter Network
(608.232.3408)
Mary Reines, Program Director
(608.232.3404)
Danielle Thai, Education Coordinator
(608.232.3403)
Deanna Truedson, Outreach Coordinator
(608.232.3402)
Ellen Sullivan, AFCSP Coordinator
(608.441.8420)
Pat Wilson, Family Support Specialist
(608.232.3406)
Jody Curley, Family Support Specialist
(608.661.8427)
Becky Rogers, Training Specialist
(608.661.0463)
Julie Newquist, Communications Coordinator
(608.232.3410)
Bonnie Knuppel, Administrative Assistant
(608.661.0461)
Suzanne Bottum-Jones, Outreach Specialist
Grant/Richland Regional Office
8820 Hwy. 35/61 S., Lancaster, WI 53813
(608.723.4288)
Carol Olson, Outreach Specialist
Columbia/Sauk Regional Office
2825 Hunters Trail, Portage, WI 53901
(608.742.9055)
Board of directors – South Central Wisconsin Chapter
Sue Abitz, Secretary
Gregory Allen
Mary Kay Baum
Linda Brei, President
Susan Caldwell
Naomi Carter
Carol Koby, Vice President
Asenath LaRue, PhD
Tom Rasmussen
Kim Petersen, MD
Jeffrey Supple, Treasurer
James Watkins
Barbara Zabawa
Our history
The Association's nationwide organization, founded in 1980, includes a national office in Chicago, a public policy office in Washington, D.C., and 278 affiliated Chapters across the country. The South Central Wisconsin Chapter was officially incorporated in 1990 and is governed by our local board of directors.
Employment opportunities
There are no employment opportunities at this time. Please check back again as they will be posted here whenever available.
