About Alzheimer's Association, Greater East Ohio Area Chapter
We offer a broad range of free educational programs, care consultations, advocacy opportunities and support groups, and our mission funds advancements in Alzheimer's and dementia research and treatments.
The community is encouraged to check out local support groups and educational programs offered both in-person and virtually.
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia - by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and other dementia.
Office locations in Greater East Ohio
Our office is open by appointment only.
Alzheimer's Association, Greater East Ohio Area Chapter
408 Ninth St. SW, Suite 3400
Canton, OH 44707
P: 330.966.7343
F: 330.966.7757
E: geoachl@alz.org
Chapter leadership and staff
Our chapter is led by a team of staff and volunteers dedicated to making life better for individuals living with dementia, their caregivers, family members and future generations.
Executive Director
Melissa Zapanta Shelton | 216.342.5566
Communications
Katie Kirby | Director of PR and Communications | 312.282.5916
Patricia Carroll | Senior Manager of PR and Communications | 937.610.7007
Development
Seana Dailey | Senior Director of Development | 216.342.5566
Ashley Hendricks | Development Manager, The Longest Day | 216.342.5604
Jennie Buckwalter | Donor Advisor | 937.949.1263
Keyana Carter | Walk Manager, Mahoning and Stark Counties | 330.549.1113
Tori Toth | Walk Manager, Medina | 216.435.7942
Programs and Services
Mary Ertle | Program Director | 216.342.5606
Karen Elliott, MSW, LSW | Clinical Manager | 234.284.2750
Laura Cosentino | Program Manager (Trumbull, Mahoning, Columbiana, Carroll, Jefferson, Harrison, Guernsey and Belmont counties) | 234.414.0036
Laura Strader | Program Manager (Summit, Stark, Medina, Portage, Wayne, Holmes, Coshocton and Tuscarawas counties) | 234.284.2756
Nickayla Brooks | Program Manager, Health Equity | 234.804.8232
Public Policy
Trey Addison | Public Policy Director | 614.549.6735
Steve Olding | Public Policy and Public Affairs Manager | 513.632.3821
Camren Harris | Public Policy Manager | 614.643.2134
Grants and Operations
Cheryl Kanetsky | Director of Mission Support and Grant Initiatives | 234.284.2747
Dawn Loconti | Mission Support | 216.342.5578
Charlie Loudin | Data Entry Specialist | 234.284.2760
Health Systems
Patti Hahn | Health Systems Account Manager | 937.518.1873
Accounting and Finance
DiAnn Guerrero | Accounting Manager | 312.500.4938
Chapter Board
Michael Evans, Board Chair
Cleveland Clinic
Linda Cahill
Enza Financial
Jasmine Capen
Community Volunteer
Elizabeth England
KAZ Company
Willow Estock
Willow Woods Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Michelle Henry
FirstEnergy
Natalie Kayani, M.D.
Summa Health
Baljeet Khosa-Seibert
AOM Healthcare – Ohio
Jackie Mahland
Layman Law Group
Kim Mecurio
Ernst & Young
Lalitha Reddy
Right At Home
John Rizzo
Akron-Canton Advocacy Alliance
Kathleen Rogers, M.D.
Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Dan Van Dussen
Youngstown State University
Joseph Voytek
Comfort Keepers & Comfort Care-a-van
Kyla Williger
Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A.
Join our team
Help join the fight against Alzheimer’s. Make a difference by volunteering at the Greater East Ohio Area Chapter, working with us at the Alzheimer's Association in Greater East Ohio or joining our team nationwide. Explore volunteer opportunities and career opportunities with the Alzheimer's Association.
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