The Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association services 125 counties across greater Kentucky and southern Indiana. More than 6 million Americans are living with the disease and more than 185,000 of them reside in our service territory. At our organization, we provide education programs for people living with dementia, caregivers, professionals and community members. Part of the education, includes an emphasis on self-care. We offer Caregiver Support Groups throughout the state; including two Early Stage support groups. We are there for our community, through out 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900), supported by master-level clinicians and social workers. Our organization offers a platform at the local, state and national level of government, for our families, professionals impacted by Dementia to share their stories to enact change. Our Mission: 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: A world without Alzheimer’s disease and all other dementia.
External link for Alzheimer's Association, Greater Kentucky & Southern Indiana
6100 Dutchmans Lane
Suite 401
Louisville, KY 40205, US
2808 Palumbo Drive
Suite 205
Lexington, KY 40509, US
701 N Weinbach Ave
Suite 510
Evansville, Indiana 47711, US
#NationalVolunteerWeek: We had such a wonderful time celebrating our volunteers who are the difference makers as we fight against this disease. Here's a couple photos of our fabulous team!!!
GRIEF AND DEMENTIA: Grief is a way we respond when there is a challenge or loss. Many endure grief after a diagnosis, or when they're noticing changes in their loved ones, or whomever they caring for. The inevitable changes with dementia, makes grief a constant. We want to talk with you about grieving the journey ahead. The first program is on May 7th for those living with the disease and May 21st is for caregivers and loved ones both at 1:00pET. We are here for you. Registration required to receive zoom link. May 7th: bit.ly/griefDementia May 21st: bit.ly/griefPartner
PIN YOUR STORY: April showers MAY bring many ways to plant your impact in your community. Follow the link, find your local walk, then register and raise $25! After you're done; you'll get a Promise Garden Flower pin! These are a great conversation starter when you're out in the community, at work and everywhere else! You can select which flower colors best fits your role along the journey with the disease. April 30th is the last day to get a flower pin! ALZ.ORG/WALK
LEADERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: Sara Olivencia is our Louisville Walk Event Community Engagement Chair! She's a positive & passionate leader. She fights to #ENDALZ for her late grandmother & the families she works with impacted by the disease 💜 Sign up at act.alz.org/louisville
PIN YOUR STORY: April showers MAY bring many ways to plant your impact in your community. Follow the link, find your local walk, then register and raise $25! After you're done; you'll get a Promise Garden Flower pin! These are a great conversation starter when you're out in the community, at work and everywhere else! You can select which flower colors best fits your role along the journey with the disease. April 30th is the last day to get a flower pin! ALZ.ORG/WALK
GRIEF AND DEMENTIA: Grief is a way we respond when there is a challenge or loss. Many endure grief after a diagnosis, or when they're noticing changes in their loved ones, or whomever they caring for. The inevitable changes with dementia, makes grief a constant. We want to talk with you about grieving the journey ahead. The first program is on May 7th for those living with the disease and May 21st is for caregivers and loved ones both at 1:00pET. We are here for you. Registration required to receive zoom link. May 7th: bit.ly/griefDementia May 21st: bit.ly/griefPartner
#NationalVolunteerWeek : Thank you, Peter Smith, PhD! As a long-distance caregiver for his late father, Dr. Smith volunteers to support and educate his community. Not only is he doing so as a teacher for American Literature; he's a Community Educator & Support Group facilitator!
#NationalVolunteerWeek : Thank you, Cindy Sheriff for your passion to help others going through the caregiving journey, as you did with your late father. Thank you for being on the team as a Community Educator and advocating for our families in Frankfort and Washington D.C! 💜