Civic & Social Organization - Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Our vision:\ To serve as the primary and authoritative source of information, education and support for those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Greater Cincinnati.\\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.\Company Overview\The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Cincinnati began in 1979 as a family support group for caregivers, relatives and friends of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. It became affiliated with the national Alzheimer's Association in 1980, was granted chapter status in 1983 and now serves a 27-county area in Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana. It is estimated that there are 55,000 individuals with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder within the Greater Cincinnati Chapter territory.\ Chapter programs and services include a professionally staffed Helpline, a family support group network, educational programs for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their families, supportive counseling and care consultation services for families, educational programs for health care professionals, a multimedia reference library and a quarterly newsletter.