VOLUME 26 NO. 2
Summer 2011
Benefit Makes Memories
T
he third annual Art of Making Memories benefit at the Taft Museum
of Art in May raised more than $110,000 for the Alzheimer’s
Association. For more on the event, please see page 7.
Miller's Marchers at the 2010 Walk.
Team is Marching Toward
an End to Alzheimer’s
A
s with many individuals who sign up for the Walk to End Alzheimer’sTM,
Alzheimer’s disease is a very personal matter to Barb Bruewer.
Mrs. Bruewer will again take a
leading role for her “Miller’s Marchers,”
a family team that will participate in the
Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky Walk
to End Alzheimer’s at Sawyer Point on
Saturday, Oct. 1. She walks in support
of affected individuals like her father,
Ralph Miller, who was diagnosed with
The late Ralph Miller and his
grand-daughter, Beth Kolp.
Alzheimer’s disease 11 years ago at the age
of 65. He died on July 12.
“My dad worked as a machinist at Cincinnati Incorporated from the age
of 17 to his retirement,” said Mrs. Bruewer. “It was around that time when he
starting showing signs (of dementia). It is sad that my mom and dad didn’t get
to enjoy that time. It has been very tough on everyone in my family.”
Over the past five years the Miller’s Marchers have become one of the top
fundraising family teams at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Walk. After
raising $8,000 in 2010, Ms. Bruewer said the team has set a goal of $10,000
for this year. While nearly all of the family lives on Cincinnati’s west side, the
team’s top fundraiser last year lives about 100 miles away.
“My daughter, Beth, lives in Columbus but still raises money for
the Cincinnati Walk,” said Mrs. Bruewer, who also serves on the planning
committee for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Walk. “She says she wants
to support the local chapter since her grandfather still lived here.”
Story Continued on page 6
FOR A COMPLETE SCHEDULE
OF AREA WALK EVENTS,
PLEASE SEE PAGE 6.
Board of Directors member
Margaret Dobbins and husband, Steve
Beth Simminger
and Nina Castrucci
Judy Dalambakis and her husband, Chris
Education Conference Set
for Portsmouth on Oct. 19
T
he Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati
will be reaching out to health care professionals and
family caregivers with a new education conference in
Portsmouth on Wednesday, Oct. 19.
The Southeastern Ohio Dementia Conference will be
held at the Friends Community Center on the Southern Ohio
Medical Center’s south campus (1202 18th St., Portsmouth)
from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The conference is a day-long educational program designed
Shirley Neitch, MD
for healthcare professionals and will feature a variety of workshops
focusing on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Among the speakers expected
to present at the conference include Brenden Kelly, M.D., Medical Director of the UC
Memory Disorders Center; Christine Raber, Ph.D., OTR/L, of Shawnee State University;
and Clarissa Rentz, MSN, APRC-BC, former executive director of the Alzheimer’s
Association of Greater Cincinnati.
The keynote speaker will be Shirley Neitch, MD, director of the Hanshaw Geriatric
Center of the Marshall University Medical Center.
“Alzheimer’s disease presents special challenges for rural communities in terms of
providing adequate support to families affected by Alzheimer’s disease,” said Janet Milne,
Director of Family and Professional Education for the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater
Cincinnati. “This conference will focus on the growing prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and
its impact on our community over the next 30 to 40 years.”
Registration of $25 for health care professionals includes lunch and continuing
education units (CEUs). Family caregivers can register for the conference free of charge.
The deadline for registration is Wednesday, Oct. 12
For more information or to register for the conference, please contact Mrs. Milne at
(513) 721-4284 or [email protected].
Inside Cornerstone…
(800) 272-3900
Volunteer
Views Chapter
Office As
Second
Home...page 3
Chapter Board
Welcomes New
Members...
page 5
ALZ Stars Shine at Flying Pig Marathon...page 8
Gov. Kasich Addresses
Memory Day
Advocates...page 9
A Word About Us
Cornerstone
Alzheimer’s Association
Greater Cincinnati Chapter
644 Linn Street, Suite 1026
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 721-4284
(800) 272-3900 – 24/7 Helpline
Fax (513) 345-8446
www.alz.org/cincinnati
2011-2012 Board of Directors
Jane Fisher, CPA, President
Derek van Amerongen, MD, MS
Vice President
Amy B. Kahn, Secretary
Jim Witte, CFA, Treasurer
Board members
Mark Cawley, DC
David A. Custer
Lori Deaton
Susan Dickey, RN, MSN
Margaret Dobbins, RN
Carolyn Finkelmeier
Nancy Graeter
Diane M. Hinds, CFP
Kevin Kanter
Jennifer Kinney, Ph.D.
Bernard Koenig
Rodney Lear
Steven Mombach
Robert Murphy
Pamela Reising
Carl Sims
Marquita Thatcher, MA, JD
Jamie Weaver
Advisor
John E. Maggio, Ph.D.
Chapter Staff
Paula Kollstedt, Executive Director
Bob Luckerman
Finance/Operations Director
Brigid Mercer
Development Director
Janet Milne, MSN, RN, CNP
Director of Family and Professional
Education
Steve Olding, Communications
Director
Anne Von Hoene, LSW
Director of Programs & Services
Diana Bosse
Development / Volunteer Coordinator
Beth Bross, Data Entry Specialist
Melissa Dever, LSW
Branch Program Manager
Tara Estridge, LSW
Branch Program Manager
Carolyn Ferris, RN
Special Projects Coordinator
Marcy Hawkins, Special Events
Coordinator
Joan Hock, Memories in the
Making® Coordinator
Amy Horn, Development / Donor
Services Coordinator
Sandra Hostler, RN, RDAD Clinician
Lee Hubbuch, Executive Assistant
Kathleen McFalls, LISW-S
Family Connections Coordinator
Debbie Mills, RN, RDAD Clinician
Marjorie Rentz, LISW-S
Helpline Coordinator
Elise Sebastian, MSW, LSW
Branch Program Manager
Colleen Von Hoene
Development Assistant
Cornerstone is the official newsletter of
the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater
Cincinnati. Comments or questions
should be directed to Steve Olding at
(513) 721-4284, ext. 121 or [email protected].
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Our Strategy in the Battle
to End Alzheimer’s
Advancing Public Policy – We are working to secure
government action to increase federal research investment,
create early-detection and care planning initiatives, establish
here is no cure.
a federal Alzheimer’s plan and implement coordinated
That’s the answer given to the millions of people
national and state policy priorities.
affected by Alzheimer’s disease and those who
Accelerating Research – Our focus is on
love them.
strengthening progress in global Alzheimer’s research by
For you, me and hundreds of thousands like us across
increasing funding by the association, engaging more
the country and around the world who are part of the
people in Alzheimer’s science priorities, leading efforts to
Alzheimer’s movement – that answer is simply not good
advance key issues and to support emerging needs.
enough. And so we advocate, educate, research, support,
Increasing Concern and Awareness – We are building
mobilize, volunteer and build awareness to help bring an
the momentum of the Alzheimer’s disease movement
end this deadly and devastating disease.
by measurably increasing concern and understanding
Our chapter is aligned with
in the general population about
more than 70 other chapters in the
Alzheimer’s disease as a critical
U.S. working to end Alzheimer’s
public health issue.
and enrich the lives of those with
Growing Revenue to Meet
the disease. Chapter executives met
Mission – We’re executing
as a leadership team with national
actions to significantly increase
CEO Harry Johns and his staff in
Alzheimer’s mission impact by
February and in May to discuss key
growing revenue to achieve our
goals, initiatives and metrics. For
mission.
the first time in the association’s
Our upcoming Walks to End
history, all chapters share a national
Alzheimer’s, National Alzheimer’s
three-year strategic plan as we begin
Project Act public input session,
our new fiscal year in July, focusing
multi-cultural and Portsmouth
priorities, maximizing resources and
education
symposiums,
Paula with actor and Alzheimer’s champion David Hyde Pierce family caregivers educational
leveraging best practices.
It’s an exciting time to be at the Alzheimer’s Association National Leadership Conference teleconference, Early Stage
in Atlanta earlier this year.
part of the organization. Our board
Strategy Group and terrific thirdapproved the chapter’s strategic implementation plan, and
party events, all featured in this edition of Cornerstone,
the staff has formulated detailed operational plans to achieve
are just a few examples of how – with your help – we are
aggressive outcomes and move our mission forward through
implementing these goals in very real ways.
2014. Locally we are focused on strong, sustainable growth
Every time we deliver a great education program,
through achievement of the following five goals.
participate in a family care conference, attend a support
Enhancing Care and Support – A clinical model, our
group, meet with a legislator, raise awareness of the cause,
chapter provides many programs and services to hundreds
tell a family about Trial Match or are part of a successful
of families free of charge every year: 24/7 helpline, family
fundraiser, we’re another step closer to achieving our vision
care consultations, on-line caregiver coaching, early-stage
of a world without Alzheimer’s.
dementia programs, support groups, educational programs
It’s our passion. And we won’t take “no cure” for
for families and professionals, as well as a national medicalan answer.
alert, safe-return program.
By Paula Kollstedt
Executive Director
T
Introducing Alzheimer's Association TrialMatch™
Our Clinical Studies Matching Service
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.
Various programs and services
are funded in part by the Ohio
Department of Aging through the
Council on Aging of Southwestern
Ohio and the Area Agency on
Aging District 7.
Caregiver News
Who Are You Going to Call About Alzheimer’s?
R
ecently, community awareness about Alzheimer’s
disease and dementia has grown as people become
more familiar with these disorders through news
stories, magazine articles, television programs and
the Internet. Although many people may recognize the term
“Alzheimer’s disease” when they hear it, they may not be able
to tell others where to turn for help in coping with it.
As with any illness, the more you know about it, the
better prepared you will be to face the future. The changes
By Anne Von Hoene that occur in a person with Alzheimer’s disease or other
cognitive disorders require education, support and planning
Director of Programs
and Services
for the whole family. The Alzheimer’s Association has various
programs to help families at all points in the disease process,
from getting the initial diagnosis to coping with end-of-life concerns. Our programs for
diagnosed individuals and family caregivers are offered free of charge and are delivered
by nurses and social workers with experience in dementia care.
The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati has been helping families since
1980 and yet we still seem to be the best kept secret in town. When our staff members
attend community education programs or public health fairs, we often hear comments
like, “I wish I had known about you five years ago when we were going through this
Volunteer Spotlight
Milne Making Light Work
of Personal Challenges
The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati is fortunate to have hundreds of generous
volunteers serving in various capacities throughout the year. Although we cannot possibly
spotlight every volunteer in Cornerstone, we appreciate their valuable support and service.
In this issue, we feature Gordon Milne.
or Gordon Milne, the Alzheimer’s
Association’s Linn Street office has
become in some ways a second home.
Not only does he enjoy assisting with
various volunteer tasks, he has the benefit of
being closer to his wife of 10 years, Janet, who is
director of Family and Professional Education
for the Greater Cincinnati Chapter.
A native of Scotland and a former
director of International Media Operations for
Procter & Gamble, Mr. Milne was diagnosed
with probable Alzheimer’s disease in 2005.
As a user of Association programs and
services, he welcomed the opportunity to give
back to the chapter as a volunteer. In addition
to assisting with various mailing projects,
Gordon Milne
he has served on the chapter’s Early Stage
Advisory Council and has been an active public policy advocate.
“My work here provides me with an inner feeling that I am helping in some small
way those individuals who are facing similar challenges,” he said. “I like the sense that
I am contributing.”
According to the Chapter staff, he is more than holding up his end of the work.
“Gordon brings a breath of fresh air to the office with his sense of humor and
friendly demeanor,” said Diana Bosse, Development / Volunteer coordinator. “He is
always willing to help with any task regardless of how repetitive or monotonous it may
be. He makes work fun.”
In facing the challenge of Alzheimer’s, Mr. Milne reflected on his professional
career and his work of spearheading a media operations in Japan for P&G. The twoyear assignment turned into a 10-year stay in Japan and meant learning a new language
and adapting to a new culture.
“In both cases you’re approaching the unknown and you don’t know what’s
ahead,” he said. “The biggest thing is to remain upbeat and keep working.”
While he acknowledges that his abilities are declining in some areas, he intends
to continue helping the Chapter for as long as he can.
“It’s just a bunch of good people here who are truly dedicated to helping those
saddled with this disease,” said Mr. Milne. “It is a pleasure to help.”
F
The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati is always in need of volunteers for certain
projects and tasks. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, please call Development /
Volunteer Coordinator Diana Bosse at (513) 721-4284 or email: [email protected].
with my mother.” This is an ongoing source of frustration. Sometimes it feels as
though we are stuck in the Dr. Seuss story Horton Hears a Who, shouting “We are
here! We are here! We are here!!!”
Yes, we are here but more people need to know about us, and we need your
help to spread the word. If you have been helped by our organization, please tell
others. Now is the time to talk about it. Tell your friends, neighbors, co-workers or
members of your faith community. Share your experience. You may be surprised at
just how many people you know are affected by this disease, and how many of them
do not know that help is available in their own community.
If you know someone who has questions about the symptoms of Alzheimer’s,
how to get a diagnosis or managing the challenges of providing care to a diagnosed
person, encourage them to call our 24-hour Helpline at 800-272-3900. Our staff
maintains the latest disease information and listings of community resources that
can be helpful to individuals and families coping with dementia. We offer caregiver
education workshops, family support groups, personalized care consultation
meetings, programs for diagnosed individuals and much more.
To get started, call our Helpline at 800-272-3900 any day, any time, or visit
our web site at www.alz.org/cincinnati. Remember... help is only a phone call or a
click away!
Author Tells Unique Tale
of Alzheimer’s Experience
A
three-year romantic relationship with
a man 38 years her senior that would
evolve into a 30-year long cherished
friendship that endured until his death — not
the typical storyline for a personal story about
Alzheimer’s disease.
But for Marie Marley, Ph.D., the author
of Come Back Early Today: A Memoir of Love,
Alzheimer’s and Joy, her experience shows that
love can adapt and endure despite all obstacles,
and that there can be hope and even joy in the
“darkness of dementia.”
The newly published memoir focuses
on her 32-year relationship with Dr. Edward
Theodoru, whom she describes as a delightfully
colorful, eccentric and much older Romanian
gentleman who was the love of her life. Theodoru, a political refugee from Romania’s
communist government, settled in Cincinnati in the 1960s. After receiving a Ph.D.
from the University of Cincinnati, he became a professor of French at Northern
Kentucky University. He and Marley first met in 1975 and maintained a remarkably
close relationship even as Theodore succumbed to Alzheimer’s. He died in 2007.
“I had the privilege of knowing Dr. Marley while she was caring for Ed,” said
Irene Moore, MSW of the University of Cincinnati Family Medicine Department.
“Even after his death, her resilience and humor have continued.”
Ms. Marley, who now resides in Olathe, Kan., is a professional grant writer
with the American Academy of Family Physicians. She also served as a grant writer
with the UC Family Medicine Department.
The book features a foreword by Dr. Gregg Warshaw, director of Geriatric
Medicine at the UC Health Services Center. Ms. Marley dedicated her book to
former Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati Executive Director Clarissa
Rentz and Helpline Coordinator Marjorie Rentz in recognition of the support they
gave her during the time when Ed had Alzheimer’s.
The book, published by Joseph Peterson Books, can be ordered through:
www.ComeBackEarlyToday.com or www.Amazon.com.
Online Coaching for Caregivers
At alzcoaching.org, a personal coach provides individualized education,
support and care planning assistance to family caregivers of individuals with
Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
A secured Web site allows members to access information and communicate
with their coach at any time via email, journal entries or live chat.
Certain eligibility criteria
apply. Please visit www.alzcoaching.
org for more information.
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Caregiver News
Chapter Welcomes LULAC Guests to Cincinnati
The Alzheimer’s Association was a proud participant in the League of United
Latin American Citizens (LULAC) 2011 National Convention and Exposition held in
Cincinnati during the last week of June. Nearly 200 individuals visited the Association’s
display table to ask questions and pick up literature about Alzheimer’s/dementia.
The LULAC convention draws over 20,000 participants each year, including
the top leaders from government, business and the Hispanic community, who
recognize the importance of reaching out to national Hispanic leaders and influential
community members to improve the quality of life for Hispanic Americans.
The Alzheimer’s Association hosted a networking dinner on Thursday, June
30 in conjunction with the LULAC convention. The dinner provided an outreach
opportunity to introduce the Hispanic/Latino community to our services, as
well as other community-based service organizations, care providers and local
community leaders.
As both a national and local organization, the Alzheimer’s Association
provides education and support programs to families of all races and ethnicities who
are affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
From left, Victoria Zempel,
Paula Kollstedt, Lucia DeGarcia
and Lucia Buehler
From left, Ray Flores, Paula Kollstedt, Corrie van Amerongen,
Derek van Amerongen and Linda Gzehoviak
Consider Being Part of Exercise Program at Home
T
he Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati has joined with the Ohio
Department of Aging and the Benjamin Rose Institute to implement
a program that will help both individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or
another dementia and their family caregivers. This new program is called
Reducing Disability in Alzheimer’s Disease (RDAD). This program is being
supported by a grant from the Administration on Aging.
WHAT IS THIS NEW PROGRAM?
The Reducing Disability in Alzheimer’s Disease (RDAD) program is designed
to help teach older adults with dementia how to do some simple exercises as
a health promotion activity. The program also teaches family members about
symptoms to watch for and how to care for persons with memory problems.
This program hopes to improve the ability of persons with dementia to carry out
activities of daily living while also helping family members provide assistance to
their relatives.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE?
One-hundred and sixty persons with dementia and their relatives in Ohio
will be asked to participate in RDAD during the first year that the program is
being implemented. To participate, the person with dementia must have written
approval for participation in an exercise program from the individual’s medical
provider. Initial screening is required to determine eligibility. Participants in this
program must reside in the community and have a family member involved as the
primary caregiver.
WHAT DOES PARTICIPATING INVOLVE?
There are three key components RDAD participants will encounter during
this study:
• Time commitment: A specially trained clinician will come to your home for
15 sessions, each session lasting about one hour.
• Learning and keeping a record: Trained clinicians will teach exercises to
the person with dementing illnesses to help improve strength and balance,
Caregiver Forum – Oct. 15
T
he Multicultural Caregiver
Forum, featuring the theme
“Dementia and Challenges,”
will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15 at
Dayspring Church of God in Forest
Park (1060 Smiley Ave., Cincinnati,
OH 45240).
The forum, which will focus
on particular dementia risk factors
and care challenges for the AfricanAmerican and Hispanic/Latino communities, is from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The
program is free to the public.
Featured speakers will include Ty Brown, MD, of St. Elizabeth Physicians
– Neurology; Douglas Chicchon, MD, of the Over-the-Rhine Medi-Center;
and Rhonda Robinson, RN, MSN, of Vitas Innovative Hospice Care.
For more details about this free caregiver education program, please
contact Anne Von Hoene at (513) 721-4284.
4 • Cornerstone • Summer 2011
and they will teach family members how to assist their relative with these
exercises. Family members will also be asked to keep a record of their
relatives’ exercise progress.
• Complete surveys: To evaluate the RDAD program, family members will be
asked to complete brief surveys about the sessions that will be mailed back
to the Benjamin Rose Institute.
DO I HAVE TO GO ANYWHERE OR PAY ANYTHING TO
PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM?
No. Our trained clinicians will come to your home, and there is no cost for
you to participate in this program.
WHO WILL KNOW ABOUT THE INFORMATION I GIVE DURING A
SESSION OR IN THE SURVEY?
All information will be kept completely confidential. The information you
give will never be identified individually, and data will only be presented in
summary form.
IF I CHANGE MY MIND, CAN I STOP PARTICIPATING IN THE
PROGRAM?
Yes. Your participation in this program is completely voluntary. Deciding to
stop participating in the program will in no way affect any other services that you
may receive from the Alzheimer’s Association.
HOW CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION?
You can call the Alzheimer’s Association’s Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 to
learn more about RDAD and how to enroll a participant in the program.
New Family Caregiver
Support Groups
BUTLER & WARREN COUNTIES:
New group starting Aug. 2:
Towne Boulevard Church of God
3722 Towne Boulevard, Room 10
Franklin, OH 45005 (across from Towne Mall)
1st Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Tara Estridge at (513) 705-9168
HAMILTON COUNTY:
New group starting Sept. 15:
The Christ Hospital
Classroom 7, A Level
Cincinnati, OH 45219 (Mt. Auburn)
3rd Thursday of the month, 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Contact: Marjorie Rentz (513) 721-4284, ext. 102
Family Support Groups are designed for family members of people with
Alzheimer’s disease/dementia to discuss their experiences and concerns in a
safe, confidential place. Some groups may provide respite care or activities for
the person with dementia during the meeting time.
To find a support group near you, please call the Alzheimer’s Association
24-hour Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/cincinnati.
Chapter/Research News
Genetic Alzheimer’s Study Gives Clues to Detection
M
easurable brain chemistry changes may appear 10 to 20 years before the
first detectable memory and thinking impairments among people with
a rare genetic form of Alzheimer’s, according to new research presented
at the Alzheimer’s Association® International Conference 2011 (AAIC) in Paris
during July.
“We want to prevent damage and loss of brain cells by intervening early in the
disease process – even before outward symptoms are evident, because by then it may
be too late,” said Randall Bateman, MD, Assistant Professor of Neurology at the
Washington University School of Medicine, Associate Director of the Dominantly
Inherited Alzheimer Network (DIAN), and leader of DIAN’s Clinical Core.
This research focuses on a form of Alzheimer’s caused by rare genetic mutations
that guarantee a person will develop the disease. Because inheriting a single copy of
these genes from either parent causes Alzheimer’s, this form of the disease is called
“dominantly inherited.” It’s also known as “autosomal dominant” or “familial” Alzheimer’s. People with dominantly inherited Alzheimer’s develop symptoms at a
young age – usually when they are in their 40s and 50s, but sometimes as early as
their 30s. This form of Alzheimer’s comprises about 1 percent of cases worldwide.
The genes that guarantee a person will develop Alzheimer’s are known as “deterministic” genes. There are also “risk” genes that increase the likelihood a person
will develop Alzheimer’s, but don’t guarantee that it will happen. In the vast majority of people with Alzheimer’s, the disease results from complex interactions among
genes, life experiences and other factors.
In 2008, the U.S. National Institute on Aging (NIA) at the National Institutes
of Health (NIH) funded the establishment of the DIAN study, conducted by an international network of 11 leading research centers to investigate Alzheimer’s caused
by the rare, dominantly inherited genetic mutations. Directed by John C. Morris,
MD, of Washington University School of Medicine, DIAN now has the largest
and most extensive worldwide research network investigating dominantly inherited
Alzheimer’s at research facilities in the U.S., U.K. and Australia.
People from families with known gene mutations that cause Alzheimer’s represent an ideal study group to determine the sequence and rate of Alzheimer’s
brain changes that occur before detectable memory and thinking changes appear.
Asymptomatic mutation carriers – all of whom are destined to develop symptomatic Alzheimer’s – can be compared with their noncarrier siblings. However, no
single research center has sufficient numbers of familial Alzheimer’s individuals to
conduct a big enough study to generate meaningful results, underscoring the value
of DIAN.
“By studying the cause, progression, detection, treatment and prevention of
Alzheimer’s in those rare individuals who are destined to get the disease because
of their genes, we believe we can learn a great deal more about the vast majority of
people whose Alzheimer’s develops as a result of complex interactions among their
genes, life experiences and other factors,” said William Thies, Ph.D., Chief Medical
and Scientific Officer at the Alzheimer’s Association.
At AAIC 2011, the DIAN researchers presented the clinical, cognitive, MRI, PET,
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), and blood biomarkers from the first cohort of DIAN participants with respect to the expected age of onset and suggestions on how these measures may be utilized in the design of trials. The DIAN registry will eventually total 400
individuals; at AAIC 2011, the scientists reported data from the initial 150 enrollees.
“Based on what we see in our population, brain chemistry changes can be detected up to 20 years before the expected age of onset,” said Bateman. “These Alzheimer’s-related changes can be specifically targeted for prevention trials in these
patients with genetic Alzheimer’s.”
Each DIAN site enrolls eligible individuals, who then complete the four-day
DIAN testing battery, including clinical assessment (e.g., the Clinical Dementia
Rating), standard and novel psychometric measures, blood (plasma) and CSF assays
for amyloid-beta and tau, structural and functional magnetic resonance imaging
(MRI), and positron emission tomography (PET) with Pittsburgh Compound-B
(PiB), an amyloid imaging agent.
To date, the researchers have analyzed samples of CSF and blood from approximately 130 DIAN participants for proteins known to be related to Alzheimer’s.
These proteins include:
• amyloid-beta42, the primary component of amyloid plaques in the Alzheimer’s brain
• tau and phosphorylated tau (or ptau), the primary components of neurofibrillary tangles
Previous research has shown that levels of CSF amyloid-beta42 are decreased in
people who have Alzheimer’s dementia compared those without Alzheimer’s, reflecting the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain. Levels of tau are elevated, reflecting
the presence of neurofibrillary tangles and/or brain cell death.
When the DIAN researchers looked at the relationship of these changes in protein levels to the person’s expected age of dementia onset (defined as the age of
dementia onset of their parents), they found that these biomarker changes were
detectable at least 10 years before the expected age of dementia onset. They did not
observe this pattern in family members who did not have mutations.
“This suggests that we can measure brain chemistry abnormalities in the Alzheimer’s gene carriers that begin at least 10 years, and maybe even 20 years, before
the age that their parents saw Alzheimer’s symptoms and when they too would be
expected to see them,” Bateman said.
The Alzheimer’s Association International Conference is the world’s largest conference of its kind, bringing together researchers from around the world to report
and discuss groundbreaking research and information on the cause, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.
Kanter, Kinney and Weaver Join Board of Directors
T
he Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati recently welcomed Jamie
Weaver, Kevin Kanter and Jennifer Kinney, Ph.D., to its board of directors.
“We’re very pleased to have Jennifer, Kevin and Jamie as the newest
members of our board,” said Executive Director Paula Kollstedt. “They bring strong
and diverse professional experience and talent to our chapter as well as a personal
commitment to the Association’s mission.”
Dr. Kinney is professor of Gerontology at Miami University. A resident of
Oxford and graduate of Kent State University, she has served on the Greater Cincinnati Chapter’s Professional Advisory Council for the past 10 years.
An author of numerous published articles on the issue of dementia, she is a
Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America.
“My research for the past 25 years has focused on the psychosocial aspects of
dementia for individuals with the disease and their families,” said Dr. Kinney. “On
a personal note, my grandfather had probable Alzheimer’s and I watched my grandmother care for him both at home and after she placed him in a nursing home.”
Mr. Weaver is a branch manager with PNC Bank. A graduate of Northern
Kentucky University, he currently serves on the Greater Cincinnati Chapter’s Development Committee.
“Alzheimer’s disease is prevalent in our family – my great uncle and grandma are
currently battling the disease. I personally see the toll it takes on them and the pain
FRONT DESK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We need volunteers for office and clerical work at our Linn Street
location as well as assistants at special events. For more information,
call Diana Bosse at 513-721-4284 or [email protected].
Jamie Weaver
Kevin Kanter
Jennifer Kinney
and stress it places on every member of the family. This gives me the determination to
do everything I can, to be an advocate in supporting this organization and working to
find others who can lend their time and treasure to end this horrible disease.”
He and his wife, Emily, have three children and reside in Edgewood, Ky.
Mr. Kanter is an executive manager of Design and System Integration Engineering with GE Aviation.
A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Mr. Kanter earned his Master’s degree
in Computer and Electrical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati.
A recipient of the GE Corporate IMPACT Award for Volunteerism in 2010, Mr.
Kanter donated a portion of the monetary award to the Alzheimer’s Association. His
father, Max, died from complications related to Alzheimer’s disease in June.
He and his wife, Maria, and their two sons reside in Villa Hills, Ky.
Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 5
The End of Alzheimer’s Starts With You
Walk – continued from cover page
Consisting of four children, eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, the Miller Family adds to its already sizeable team through spouses,
friends and other family members.
“Our team keeps getting bigger each year. Our family has always been close
so we work on this together,” said Mrs. Bruewer.
She added, “My father died after a long struggle with the disease. His death
has given our team a renewed passion toward this year’s Walk.”
As the primary national fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association, Walk to
End Alzheimer’s is an annual event that brings the community together in a show of
remembrance and support for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Proceeds from
the event will directly fund programs
and services of the Greater Cincinnati
Chapter as well as national research
efforts.
“We were overwhelmed by the
generosity of teams like the Miller’s
Marchers,” said Marcy Hawkins,
Special Events coordinator with the
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater
Cincinnati. “It is our hope that people
will again actively support the walk
in their community because the need
continues to grow every year.”
To register for a Walk to End
Alzheimer’s event, visit: www.alz.org/
THE TEAM LEADER
cincinnati. For more information on
WHO MADE A PROMISE
TO STAND UP TO A DISEASE
how to participate or organize a team,
SO HER GRANDCHILDREN
WON’T HAVE TO.
contact Diana Bosse at (513) 721alz.org/walk
4284 or [email protected].
800.272.3900
Walk Schedule
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Walk
Saturday, Oct. 1
Sawyer Point, Cincinnati, OH
Butler, Warren & Clinton Counties Walk
Saturday, Sept. 10
Wetherington Golf & Country Club, West Chester, OH
Adams, Brown & Highland Counties Walk
Saturday, Aug. 27
Adams Lake State Park, West Union, OH
Portsmouth Walk
Saturday, Sept. 17
Market Square, Portsmouth, OH
Bracken County, Ky. Walk
Sunday, Oct. 9
Augusta City Park, Augusta, KY
BE A PART OF THE MOVEMENT
TO RECLAIM THE FUTURE.
START A TEAM. JOIN A TEAM.
Register online at: www.alz.org/cincinnati
WALK SPONSORS
CINCINNATI / NORTHERN KENTUCKY
Presenting
Gold
Snack Stop Sponsors
Silver
Water Stop Sponsors
Volunteers
Media
BUTLER / WARREN / CLINTON COUNTIES
Presenting
Silver
ADAMS / BROWN / HIGHLAND COUNTIES
Silver
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Waterstop Sponsors
PORTSMOUTH
Gold
Silver
BRACKEN
Gold
Silver
The Art of Making Memories
Art of Making Memories Benefit Raises $110,000
I
t was only fitting that the weather for the third annual Art of Making Memories
benefit was “picture perfect.”
Nearly 360 guests attended the evening event at the Taft Museum of Art in
Cincinnati on May 4. The event raised more than $110,000 for the Alzheimer’s
Association of Greater Cincinnati, surpassing last year’s total by more than $20,000.
Inspired by the Alzheimer’s Association’s Memories in the Making® art
program, the event featured the paintings of individuals in the early to middle stages
of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementing illnesses.
Guests enjoyed dinner by the bite, live entertainment and the opportunity to
view and bid on Memories in the Making® artwork and other auction items.
Ann Bullock served as honorary chair.
“We’d like to thank all of our volunteers, sponsors and generous donors who
made this event such a special evening and success,” said Executive Director Paula
Kollstedt.
More than 25 GE Volunteers, in support of the Alzheimer’s Association,
served as special volunteers for the benefit.
The planning committee included Carol Rosenthal, Beth Simminger (cochairs), Judy Dalambakis, Carolyn Finkelmeier, Susan Foster, Nancy Graeter, Tina
Kohnen, Rodney Lear, Roger Rosenthal, Liz Stiens and Ms. Bullock.
Gallery Sponsor
Art Exhibition Sponsor:
Carl and Barb Sims
Ashley Kohnen, Buffie Rixey
and Eppa Rixey
Reserved Corporate Table Sponsors:
Fifth Third Bank
Western Hills Retirement Village
Corporate Sponsors:
Betty Rosenthal, Carol Rosenthal
and Paula Kollstedt
Indiana Alzheimer Disease Center
Robert W. Baird & Company, Inc.
Chapter Friends Sponsors:
Nancy Graeter and Paula Kollstedt
Sue Dickey, Cathy Barney
and Mark Dickey
Graeter’s Inc.
Merrill Lynch
Metcut Research
Ritter & Randolph, Attorneys at Law
The Christ Hospital
Promoting Hope Sponsors:
Arden Courts Memory Care Community
Mason Christian Village
Carolyn Finkelmeier, Brigid Mercer
and Judy Dalambakis
David Custer, Mary Ann Jacobs
and Thomas Foster
Norma Butters, Joanne Sawyer
and Shirley Rutter
Tina Kohnen, Chris Kohnen
and Jennifer McNair.
Joyce Graeter, Nancy Graeter, Ann Bullock,
David and Stacey Schimberg and Beth Agin
Be A Part of Something Bigger...Stronger
s you can see in the story above about our Art
of Making Memories event, our Chapter has
experienced a fabulous start to our 2011 fundraising
event season. And as always, the reason for the Chapter’s
success is the collaborative accomplishments of volunteers,
advocates, donors and staff working together. We need all
of these ingredients to grow revenue, expand programs for
affected individuals and their families and to fight for a cure.
Together our sum ingredients make us bigger, stronger and
By Brigid Mercer
Development Director
more capable of affecting positive change.
Our upcoming Walk season provides all of us great opportunities to again
collaborate to add our personal ingredient to the greatness of what this Walk to End
Alzheimer’s season will be. Recently, a Walk Team Captain shared with me that the
Walk to End Alzheimer’s is like the biggest support group you will ever attend.
“You look out into the crowd of thousands of people and feel in your heart that
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you are not alone. Raising money for your Walk Team gives you an opportunity to
talk about the Alzheimer’s Association, to share your story and to let others know
that the Chapter can help them too. The Walk empowers families to take action;
you really feel like you are a part of something bigger...stronger than yourself.”
So as you look at where your talents might add to the strength of Walk to
End Alzheimer’s, please keep in mind that we are currently in need of the following:
registered team captains leading family/corporate/school/health care facility teams,
event planning committee members, pre-event set-up and event day volunteers to
assist with various activities, event day donations such as water, breakfast and lunch
snack food items, gift cards for incentive prizes, assorted items for use in Walker
goody bags and, most importantly, registered fundraising walk participants who
sign-up, show-up and share their story to make us all bigger...stronger.
Please contact the Development department to volunteer or for fundraising
assistance. See you at the Walks!
Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 7
Development News
ALZ Stars Race Ahead of $18,000 Goal
F
ifty-two participants joined the ALZ Stars Race for a Cure team during the
Flying Pig Marathon on May 1.
In just its second year, the ALZ Stars raised $18,400 to benefit the Alzheimer’s
Association of Greater Cincinnati.
Are you planning to participate in the Cincinnati Flying Pig races next year?
Challenge yourself to become an inspiration for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and
other related dementias. Go the distance with ALZ Stars, a race program to benefit the
care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.
ALZ Stars team members can participate in any of the races offered by the Flying Pig
(5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon or 4-person marathon relay). Join now and help
raise much needed funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease!
ALZ Stars Planning Committee members are Lisa McKale and Jim McKale
(co-chairs), Dave Custer and Jamie Weaver.
From left, Ashley Schneider, Troy Schneider, Kate Schneider, Nikki Schneider and Elise Anderson.
Upcoming Fundraisers - Clubs, Crafts and Concerts
Chippin’ in Fore Alzheimer’s
Sept. 26
Come out for a great day of golf while supporting a great cause at the Chippin’
in Fore Alzheimer’s at the Greencrest Golf Course in West Chester on Monday,
Sept. 26. Hosted by the Tri-State Promotional Products Association, Tournament
Pros and Greencrest, golfers will enjoy 18 holes of golf, lunch by Montgomery Inn,
drinks and door prizes – all for $85 per person.
To place a reservation or with any questions contact Kevin Mitchell at
(513) 508-2608. Proceeds from the event will benefit local programs and services
provided by the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati as well as National
research efforts.
Rusty Ball Concert Benefit
Oct. 22
The Alzheimer’s Association has been named a beneficiary of proceeds from
the Rusty Ball, which will be held at the Duke Energy Convention Center on
Saturday, Oct. 22 from 8 p.m. until midnight. This annual event features a concert
by the Rusty Griswolds, one of the tri-state’s most popular local bands.
To purchase tickets, visit: TheRustyBall.com beginning Aug. 16 and select the
Alzheimer’s Association (Account #RB11-2026). Our Chapter will receive a percentage
of each ticket sale. Don’t wait...last year’s event sold out in just one week. For more
information, contact Diana Bosse at (513) 721-4284 or [email protected].
Appalachian Mountain
Artisan Fest – Oct. 7-9
The annual Appalachian Mountain Artisan Fest returns to Winchester, Ohio,
Oct. 7-9. The festival will showcase unique artistic talents of the local Appalachian
community as well as food and music. A portion of the parking donations as well
as auction proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati.
Festival hours each day are from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
New vendors are welcome.
The Fest is located just off of State Route 32 at 9764 Tri-County Highway.
For more information, visit www.appalachianmountainartisansfest.com.
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Forget Me Not Days
The Bankers Life and Casualty Company’s Forget Me Not Days®
campaign conducted in April and May raised almost $9,500 for the Alzheimer’s
Association of Greater Cincinnati. Pictured, from left: Jeff Lambdin, Branch
Sales Manager, and committee members Jenny Boeh and Terry Lewin.
Public Policy/Chapter News
Going From Act to Action for Alzheimer’s Project
W
hen President Obama signed the National
Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) into law on Jan. 4,
it marked a political milestone and historic public
policy achievement for the Alzheimer’s Association.
NAPA will ultimately launch a coordinated National
Alzheimer’s Disease Plan to address the federal government’s
role in support of Alzheimer’s research, care, institutional
services and home and community-based programs. According
to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius,
NAPA will ensure that our nation has an “aggressive and
By Steve Olding
coordinated national strategy” to confront the growing
Communications
Director
Alzheimer’s health crisis.
The next step for NAPA is the collection of public input regarding what our
federal priorities should be as it pertains to the impending Alzheimer’s epidemic. This
summer, the Association will conduct National Alzheimer’s Project Input Sessions across
the country. The objective of this campaign is to ensure that federal officials hear directly
from Americans concerning what they expect to be addressed in a National Alzheimer’s
Disease Plan.
More than 150 of these “town hall” input sessions are being planned, including one
in Cincinnati (please see sidebar). It is my sincere hope that you will take advantage of
this unique opportunity by attending the public input session in August or visit: www.alz.
org/napa and click on Share Your Input.
At the state level, administrations and legislatures continued to struggle with
monumental budget deficits this spring. However, thanks in large part to the work of
our advocates in Ohio, support from the Ohio Department of Aging and key legislative
leaders, cuts to Alzheimer’s Respite Funding over the next two years should have little
impact on Association chapters in Ohio and their level of service.
Another bright spot at the state level was the passage of the Uniform Adult
Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Act in Kentucky. The Adult Guardianship
Act, now adopted in 28 states, provides
a uniform set of rules for determining
legal jurisdiction and allows state judges in
different states to communicate with one
another about adult guardianship cases.
We are hopeful that the Act (HB 27) will
pass in Ohio before the end of the year.
Whether it’s in Washington, D.C.,
Columbus or Frankfort, Alzheimer
advocates are speaking in a loud and clear
voice to their legislators. You can play a
vital role in supporting our mission, with
little time and effort.
For more on the Alzheimer’s Association
and its public policy program or to sign up
as an advocate, please visit: www.alz.org or
contact me at [email protected].
Speak Out on Aug. 24
W
T
he Alzheimer’s Association will observe September, 2011 as the
inaugural World Alzheimer’s Month. During the month, the
Association will unveil a series of special campaigns to recognize the
work of “Alzheimer’s heroes” – individuals who have done extraordinary things
in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. There will also be a push to wear purple
on Alzheimer’s Action Day - Sept. 21. More details will be announced at:
www.alz.org.
hat needs to be done to address the growing epidemic of Alzheimer’s
disease? We need to hear from you.
As part of the National Alzheimer’s Project Act, the Alzheimer’s Association
will conduct a series of public input sessions across the country in August. Input
from these “town hall” meetings will be forwarded to the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services as well as other federal officials directly involved in
the development of a National Alzheimer’s Plan.
A local Alzheimer’s Project Input Session will be held at The Kenwood by
Senior Star (5435 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati) on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 7
– 8:30 p.m. While reservations are not necessary, seating will be limited to the
first 120 in attendance.
For more details, contact Steve Olding at (513) 721-4284 or steve.
[email protected].
If you are unable to attend but want to give your input, please visit: www.
alz.org/napa and click on Share Your Input to share your thoughts.
Ohio Memory Day
A
lzheimer’s advocates from across Ohio participated in the 13th annual Ohio
Memory Day at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus on June 9. More than 250
advocates met with their state legislators to share their personal stories and
encourage lawmakers to make Alzheimer’s disease a public policy priority. Currently,
an estimated 230,000 Ohioans are affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related
dementia.
The day featured a luncheon program in the statehouse atrium. Among the
featured speakers were Gov. John Kasich (pictured at podium) and Ohio Department
of Aging Director Bonnie Kantor Burman.
A Capitol Visit
M
ore than 600 Alzheimer’s advocates from across the country attended
the 2011 Alzheimer’s Association National Advocacy Forum in
Washington, D.C. May 15-17. The three-day event culminated with
a “visit to the Hill” as advocates met with their respective members of Congress
on Capitol Hill. From left, Chapter Executive Director Paula Kollstedt and local
advocates Beth Bross, Jean Harlow and Rosemary “Skip” Huhn meet with Rep.
Steve Chabot.
Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 9
Donor Recognition
The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati gratefully recognizes the following individuals, corporations and foundations who have made contributions to our Chapter
received between March 1, 2011 and June 20, 2011. Your support and generosity are vital to the services our Chapter provides to persons in our 27-county territory in Ohio,
Kentucky and Indiana.
We have made every effort to acknowledge contributions and spell names correctly. If we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled your name, please contact Brigid Mercer,
Development director, at (513) 721-4284 or [email protected].
The Greater Cincinnati Chapter depends on friends in our community to help support Chapter programs and services through donations, tributes, memorials and bequests.
Thank you very much for your support.
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Mr. Ed Geil
BETTY GIEHLS
Ms. Paula Miller
MS. BARBARA GLEN
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kenkel
Mr. and Mrs. Bob
Kordenbrock
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Mrs. Minette Hoffheimer
GRACE GOLDSBERRY
Anonymous
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Oxford Community Band
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Testwuide
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GRAMMAN
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Anonymous
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Family
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Acosta
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Joanne Thueneman
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Loveland Past Matrons and
Patrons
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Anonymous
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Cincinnati GI
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Anonymous
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Central Ohio AreaOhio Valley Region
Donor Recognition
Gardner Publications, Inc
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Ohio Operating Engineers
Fringe Benefit Programs
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Eye Care Associates of Greater
Cincinnati Inc.
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Anonymous
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Amy Murrell
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
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Cunningham
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Steinfort
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and Ms. Donna Hauser
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Friends
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
Sharon George
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RAYMOND SCHELL
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Anonymous
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Magellan Health Services
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Wagner
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Ms. Janet Pecquet
Family
KENNETH PEELMAN
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DANA PFIRRMAN
Mr. Robert McGeorge
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Jacob
Ms. Shirley Schroder and
DARLENE PIERCE
Betty Sidenstick
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Lobaugh HENRY SCHRODER
BUDDY AND BOOTS PIPER
Buckeye Auto Racefan Club
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Mr. and Mrs. David Hentz
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Holmes High School Class of 41
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Sherman & Schroder
JOHN PRATT
Equipment Co.
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Triple-Crown Country Club KATHY SCHUBERT
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EDWARD “EPP”
CAROLYN SCHWENKMEYER
REIFENBERGER
Martha, John and Steve
Anonymous
Andrews
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Mr. Andrew MacAoidh
Agnes and Ed Stein
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Jergens
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Fithen
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Mr. and Mrs. Clifford
Apple Hill Farm Homeowner’s
Reifenberger
Association
Mr. and Mrs. John Stehlin
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Mr. and Mrs. Greg Toth and
Ms. Carole Tekulve
Family
ELIOT W. RIFFE
RAYMOND SHELLEY
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Anonymous
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The Jellison Family
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Mr. and Mrs. Larry Riffe
Family
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Santen
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WILLIAM RINDLER
Williams
Anonymous
JOHN “JACK” SHINKLE
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Kearney
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H. ROBERTS
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ROETTING
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Koos Wealth Management
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Menkhaus
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Williamson
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Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Zimmer
and Mrs. Lakes
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Bush Auto Place
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and Sons
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert LaPine JOSEPHINE B. SMITH
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Michael
Ms. Patricia Smith
and Family
WILMA M. SMITH
DURWOOD ROY
Lindhorst & Dreidame Co., L.P.A.
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JUSTICE SMOOT
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JUNE SNOWDEN
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STEPHAN
Grand Cypress Condo
Association
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Cummins
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Middendorf
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Thompson
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Anonymous
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Home Builders Association
of Northern KY
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Squire Valley HOA
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TREADWAY
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First Baptist Church
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Morgan
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Rathburn
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DDC Resources LTD
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Feldstein
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Bredenberg
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Anonymous
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Downtown Property
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Grippos Stockroom Gang
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Driessche
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Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 11
Program Calendar
Family Education/Support
Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia
What: A free community education program for family caregivers of people with
Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia. This program addresses the
common challenges faced by families in caring for a person with dementia and offers
strategies for coping. A discussion period will follow the presentation. This program
is an introduction to a new caregiver support group beginning at the Christ Hospital
in September.
Where: The Christ Hospital, Auburn Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45219
When: Thursday, Aug. 18 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is required.
Contact: To register for this program, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
University of Kentucky TeleCare Program for Family Caregivers
What: The University of Kentucky Sanders-Brown Center on Aging, partnering
with the Alzheimer’s Association and the University of Cincinnati, will present an
education program and Q & A session for family members of persons diagnosed
with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Using the interactive Telemedicine
system, experts at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging will present information
along with local medical experts at two teleconference sites in Greater Cincinnati.
When: Thursday, Aug. 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
KY Location: The METS Center, 3861 Olympic Boulevard, Erlanger, KY 41018
OH Location: West Chester Hospital, 7700 University Drive, West Chester, OH 45069.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is required and space is limited.
Contact: To register for this program, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
Friday Family Forum – Northern Kentucky
What: Family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia
are invited to attend a series of free discussion forums on various subjects related to
caregiving. These meetings are held on the last Friday of even-numbered months.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Space is limited.
Contact: To register or to receive more information, call the Alzheimer’s
Association- Northern Kentucky branch at 859-240-5016.
Where: Emeritus Senior Living, 2950 Turkeyfoot Road, Edgewood, KY 41017
When: Fridays, Aug. 26, Oct. 28 & Dec. 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
What Families Need to Know... When the Diagnosis
is Alzheimer’s Disease or Another Dementia
What: An educational series for families of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a
related dementia. Separate topics are presented at each session by experts in the fields
of medicine, law, nursing and social work.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Space is limited.
Contact: Call the Cincinnati office at (513) 721-4284 or 1-800-272-3900 to register
for any of the sessions listed below.
Adams County
Where: Adams County Regional Medical Center, 230 Medical Center Drive, Seaman, OH
When: Two-part series held on Tuesdays, Aug. 23 and 30 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hamilton County
Where: The Alzheimer’s Association, 644 Linn Street, Cincinnati, OH 45203
When: Four-part series held on Thursdays, Sept. 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Scioto County
Where: United Scioto Senior Activities Center, 121 Market St., Portsmouth, OH
When: Two-part series held on Thursdays, Sept. 22 and 29 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Early Stage Strategy Group – Fall series
What: An 8-week series of education/support sessions for individuals diagnosed in the
early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia and their primary caregivers.
Participants must have an awareness of their diagnosis and a willingness to discuss it.
Where: The Alzheimer’s Association, 644 Linn Street, Cincinnati, OH 45203
When: Tuesdays, Sept. 13 through Nov. 1 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon
Cost: Free, but initial screening is required. Participation is limited to the person
with the diagnosis and one family member.
Contact: Call Anne Von Hoene or Marjorie Rentz at (513) 721-4284 to schedule a
screening interview.
Multicultural Caregiver Forum
What: This half-day education program focuses on the implications that Alzheimer’s
disease has for various cultures. Topics are presented by experts in health care and multilanguage educational materials will be available. Refreshments will be provided and
exhibitors from various community service agencies will be present to answer questions.
Where: Dayspring Church of God, Smiley Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45240
When: Saturday, Oct. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is required.
Contact: To register for this program, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
Community Education
Normal Aging vs. Alzheimer’s Disease
What: The Health Commission at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Anderson
Township is presenting its Fall program in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s
Association, Arden Courts of Anderson and the Centers for Interactive Geriatric
Assessment. This program will distinguish the differences between normal memory
loss with age and the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the impact of diagnosis
on individuals and families. A panel of local experts will have roundtable discussions
after the presentation.
Where: Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church – Heritage Hall, 7820
Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45255
When: Thursday, Oct. 20 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: Free. Advance registration is not required.
Know the 10 Signs
What: The 10 Signs are a key tool in promoting recognition of common changes
that may help with early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another
dementia. Early detection is vital in providing the best opportunities for treatment,
support and planning for the future.
Where: Scheduled by request at community locations.
When: Scheduled by request at community locations.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is encouraged.
Contact: Call Janet Milne at (513) 721-4284 or 1-800-272-3900 to schedule a program.
Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics
What: This program provides a general overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related
dementias so that participants know what to expect, what they should learn and what
to do next. It will also provide an understanding of the benefits of early detection and
tools for seeking the right diagnostic tests, doctors and treatment options.
Where: Scheduled by request at community locations.
When: Scheduled by request at community locations.
Cost: Free, but advance registration is encouraged.
Contact: Call Janet Milne at (513) 721-4284 or 1-800-272-3900 to schedule a program.
Professional Education
Southeastern Ohio Dementia Conference
What: This interdisciplinary conference explores current topics in dementia research
and clinical practice and features regional speakers and local experts. Keynote
addresses and a variety of workshops are offered.
When: Wednesday, Oct.19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Where: The Friends Community Center, Southern Ohio Medical Center--South
Campus, 1202 18th Street, Portsmouth, OH.
Cost: $25 per person (includes CEUs, breaks, lunch and materials)
CEUs: Applications pending for nurses, social workers, counselors, nursing home
administrators, activities professionals and recreational therapists in Ohio, Kentucky
and West Virginia.
Contact: To obtain a registration form for this program, call the Cincinnati office at
(513) 721-4284 or 1-800-272-3900, or visit www.alz.org/cincinnati.