UTAH 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 though the promotion of brain health.
OUR MISSION MESSAGE
The Alzheimer’s Association Utah Chapter is committed to provide CARE for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Our staff, assisted by volunteers and advocates, EDUCATES and SERVES through care consultations, dementia care referrals, and support groups. Private donations from individuals, corporations and foundations build REVENUE SOURCES to fund research leading to a CURE and fund programs and services provided to EMPOWER care givers, care receivers, advocates and elder care professionals to better deal with Alzheimer’s disease. No one should face Alzheimer’s disease alone.
The Utah Chapter proudly serves Utahns in five locations:
SALT LAKE CITY OFFICE
855 East 4800 South, Suite 100
SLC, UT 84107
Jack Jenks, Director
Jack.jenks@alz.org
Sylvia Brunisholz, Family Services Counselor
Sylvia.brunisholz@alz.org
Kathryn Draper, Grant Services Specialist
Kathryn.draper@alz.org
Melissa Lee, Associate Director, Communication
Melissa.lee@alz.org
Elaine Martini, Specialist, Development
emartini@alz.org
Wynne Smith, Associate Director, Fund Development and Partnerships
Wynne.smith@alz.org
Nick Zullo, Associate Director, Programs
Nick.zullo@alz.org
CLEARFIELD OFFICE
42 South State Street
Clearfield, UT 84015
Laura Owen-Keirstead, Family Services Counselor
Laura.owen-keirstead@alz.org
LOGAN OFFICE
Bear River Association of Governments
170 North Main, Logan, UT 84321
Michelle Benson, Aging Services Director
michelleb@brag.utah.gov
UTAH COUNTY OFFICE
Mountainlands Aging Services
586 East 800 North
Orem, UT
Sylvia Brunisholz, Family Services Counselor
Sylvia.brunisholz@alz.org
OUR HISTORY
The Utah Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association began as a family support group in February 1982. In December 1983, the members of the Association chose a Board of Directors and became incorporated into the state of Utah as a non-profit organization. Since its beginning, volunteers have conducted the majority of the Utah Chapter’s programs and activities.
OUR CORE SERVICES
Helpline and Care Consultation
We now provide a 24/7 toll-free helpline with professionally trained staff to help with your understanding of Alzheimer’s and related dementias, coordination of care and legal and financial planning. 800-272-3900
Information and Referral
Individualized assistance in problem-solving and identification of resources and provider services for caregivers and their families.
MedicAlert Safe Return
An identification program that assists in the safe and timely return of individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias that wander and become lost.
Education
Education programs equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance the quality of life of the person with dementia.
Support Groups
Support groups are a forum for caregivers, friends and family members to share their interactions related to Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.
VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Chief Advisers
James Alder
Heidi Ganss Harris
Bonnie Bagley Shepherd
Council Members
Rick Denning
Paul Fairholm
Dr. Gary Garner
Nurjahn Govan
Carole Grady
Donna Kelsey
Dr. Richard King
Hooper Knowlton, III
Alan Ormsby
Ellen Silver
Kendall Surfass
Maurice Wells
Dr. David Yells
