In FY09 Offering Help & Hope To:
2,860 Hours contributed by 246 Chapter volunteers
$ 47,438 Paid to caregivers and families for respite
91 Community education/information presentations
880 Information and Referral Calls
128 Care Consultations
409 Support Group Meetings
1,280 Support Group Attendees
7,008 Education Program Attendees
16,141 Individuals visited our Chapter’s web site
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
FY09 Midlands Chapter Annual Report
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
