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BOARD OF DIRECTORSOFFICERS

CHAIR, Clark D. Benne�VICE�CHAIR, Judith B. Rappaport

TREASURER, James Fragakis GregoryFounding Board Member

ASSISTANT TREASURER, Randy K. Johnson, Sr.SECRETARY, Robert J. Gorman, Esq.

DIRECTORSWilliam Armstead

Patrick J. Halperin, Ph.D., Ed.DThornton M. Henry, Esq.Bonney A. Johnson, CTFAG. Mark Shalloway, Esq.

Tenna WilesKevin P. Wrenne

PRESIDENT AND CEOMary M. Barnes

STAFFCHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, Mark Corne�

VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES, Kris RiedellVP OF FINANCE, Anne Costello

VP OF EDUCATION & QUALITY ASSURANCE,Karen Gilbert

VP OF DEVELOPMENT, Kathleen HerdVP OF CCS, Chris�na DickhoffEDITOR�IN�CHIEF, Rai Masuda

The Publica�on of Alzheimer’s Community Care, Inc., welcomes adver�sers of Alzheimer’s resources and services.Adver�sing rates for this publica�on are available upon request. We have the right to use our discre�on for appropriate ads for our readers.

Contact: Alzheimer’s Community Care800 Northpoint Parkway, Ste. 101-B

West Palm Beach, FL 33407561.683.2700 or [email protected].

MAIN OFFICE800 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 101-B

West Palm Beach, FL 33407Tel: 561.683.2700 / Fax: 561.683.7600

alzcare.orgTwi�er: @Alzcareorg

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Alzheimer’s Community Care, Inc. headquarters is proudly located at 800 Northpoint Parkway in West Palm Beach in the Baxter Complex.

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Any statements of fact or opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the authors and not Alzheimer’s Community Care, Inc.All rights reserved. Reproduc�on in part or in whole without wri�en permission from Alzheimer’s Community Care, Inc. is prohibited.Alzheimer’s Community Care, Inc. does not endorse any adver�sers.

REGISTRATION #CH7588. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISIONOF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800.435.7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. ALZHEIMER’S COMMUNITY CARE IS A TAX-EXEMPT 501(C)(3) NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION AND RECEIVES 100% OF EACH CONTRIBUTION WITH 0% RETAINED BY A PROFESSIONAL SOLICITOR.

A United Way Member Agency Sponsored by: The State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs and Area Agency on Aging Palm Beach/Treasure Coast, Inc. Cer�fied by Non-Profits First

The building isnamed in honor of

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ALZHEIMER’S COMMUNITY CARE / FALL 2014 1

Our Leadership.................................... 2-3Message from Clark D. Bennett & Mary M. Barnes

Remembrances & Celebrations ........... 4-5

Christmas in July 2014;The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation .......... 6

How Social Contact Helps Peoplewith a Neurocognitive Disorder ............... 7

Caregiver Stress................................... 8-9

2015 Alzheimer’s ConferenceSave the Date....................................... 10

Macy’s Shop-For-A-Cause Recap .......... 11

Level I and II Training .......................... 12

Services & Resources ....................... 13-14

Ways to Give ..........................................15

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Holiday Celebrations

Clark D. BennettFROM CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

It is hard to believe that we are in the middle of hurricane season. Before youknow it the holidays will be here. Holiday season presents many urgent challenges for the families we care for. The Board of Directors is proud to sponsor Alzheimer’s Community Care’s Thanksgiving program during themonth of November. This annual event ensures that every one of our familieshas a Thanksgiving meal and that they will not eat alone. The Thanksgivingcelebration is provided at no charge; however donations to help defray thecost of the meals are greatly appreciated. Attending these meals providesone of the most heartwarming and satisfying experiences for me.

The other holiday celebration is our annual board of directors meeting that is scheduled for December 3, 2014. Following thatmeeting we are hosting our annual Holiday Open House celebration. Please put this event on your calendar so we can meetand enjoy each other’s company during this festive time.

All of our board members plan to be present at the holiday celebration and it is an excellent time to meet them and shareany concerns, opinions, and suggestions. It gives us an opportunity to understand how others feel about our work and mission.

Please put December 3, 2014 on your calendar so we can meet and share together during the glow of the holidays.

I remain,

Clark D. BennettChairperson / Board of Directors

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Mark Your Calendar!HOLIDAY OPEN

HOUSE CELEBRATIONDecember 3, 2014

Gifts for Families Experiencing Great Hardships

Mary M. BarnesFROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO

During the past several years, Alzheimer’s Community Care has identified families that experienced greathardships while caring for a loved one at home. This remains a very challenging task. We have so manyfamilies within our specialized Alzheimer’s care system, and we are extremely grateful for the benefactorswho help us provide our specialized care. The three entities that have asked us to identify families for financial assistance are:

1. The Season To Share Campaign sponsored by The Palm Beach Post

2. The Christmas In July Program sponsored by The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation

3. The SAFE Program sponsored by The Department of Elder Affairs

All three organizations made gifts that are truly “once in a lifetime.” The caregivers expressed happy emotions and deep appreciation when receiving their gifts. The impact of these gifts is far-reaching and will help these families address someof their hardships.

We at Alzheimer’s Community Care are so fortunate to be the bearer of such good deeds. The pictures on the front coverdemonstrate the deep gratitude that is felt by all. Awards like these are truly inspiring and motivate our organization to continue growing so we can help more families who are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders.

I remain, Mary M. BarnesPresident and CEO


IN REMEMBRANCE OF DONOR

ACC CareGivers of South Stuart Raymond GelineauAnna Kruger Henry SpooAnne Sylvia Amelia DanielsonAnnie Shacht Shelly SinrodB. Madoff Bob SiegelBank of Belle Glade Peggy WedgeorthBarbara Green Louis MorvaiBarbara Miedema Peggy WedgworthBarbara Ostroff Joseph AckermanBarbara Yancey Peggy WedgworthBenjamin Sellers Peggy WedgworthBernard Shull Joe CleaverBev Smith Toyota Rita CannonBrokers Alliance, Inc. Rita CannonC.F. Shawver Ruth ShawverCarole Altemus Joseph AckermanCarolyn Cheney Peggy WedgworthCenterState Rita CannonCharles Schmidt Barbara Hu�Cheryl Liebowitz Barbara WalkerConnie Owen Rita CannonDale Bruhn BoudreauxDale Bruhn YoungmanDawson & Associates Peggy WedgworthDeborah Doiron Paul Mar�nDiamond Fer�lizer Peggy WedgworthDonald Savage Joe Mar�n CleaverDoris Haber Louis MorvaiDoris Wolfe Grammy Julie MilisitsDoris Wolfe Julie MilisitsDorsey Insurance Donna BerthelsenE. Carell Salvatore MirabitoEdna Bloomer-Valkov Barbara Hu�Edna Bloomer-Valkov Evelymn RieckEdna S�lwell Evelyn RieckEdward King Peggy WedgworthElaine Seinberg Louis MorvaiElsie Bascomb Be�ye BourdeauxEsther Ledoux Amelia DanielsonEthel Feldman Louis MorvaiEulalee Coke Kenneth CokeFL Sugar Cane League, Inc. Peggy WedgworthFor�n Founda�on of Florida John Blair McCrackenGlades Day School Peggy WedgworthGladys Rodriguez Amelia Danielsen

DONOR IN REMEMBRANCE OF

Remembrances &

WE NEED YOUR HELP.

ALZHEIMER’S COMMUNITY CARErelies on the support of individuals,

corpora�ons and founda�ons to fundour services and resources.

One of the ways you can help us isthrough our Remembrances and

Celebra�ons program.

This is a wonderful way to honor aloved one or friend who has been

touched by the disease.

To make a contribu�on, please contact the Development Department at 561.683.2700 or

visit us at www.alzcare.org.

To make a gi�, please scan the QR Code with your smartphone.

Your gi� will make a true impact on the lives of our

Alzheimer’s families.


JUNE 2014 - SEPTEMBER 2014

Gloria Yedlinsky Harry Ench

Golden Pond HOA Gene Tofanelli

Grace Horowitz Ruth Lipwin

Harold Pressman Edward Kroop

Henry Spoo Henry Spoo

Hinton Nobles, Jr. Joe Cleaver

Hopping Green & Sams, P.A. Peggy Wedgworth

Host Hotels & Resorts Joe Mar�n Cleaver

J. Patrick Karle Peggy Wedgworth

Jacobs, Lyle & Charlo�e Amelia Danielsen

James Goetzinger Joe Cleaver

James Thornton Amy Danielson Jacobs

Jan Elizabeth Metzger Peggy Wedgworth

Jan Silverman Edward Large

Jan Silverman Bob Case

Janet Kazdin Reisha Shapiro

Jerrold Salmanson Founda�on Joseph Ackerman

Joan Balfour Louis Morvai

Joan Balfour Joseph Melnick

Joan Jacober Evelyn Zimberg

Karen Fiddler Louis Morvai

Katharine Tripli� Peggy Wedgworth

Katherine Landre Joe Cleaver

Lawrence, Robert &

Frances Founda�on Joe Cleaver

Leonard Dill Wendy Liebermann

Lincoln Charlton Joe Cleaver

Linda Phillips Rita Cannon

Lisa Gu�errez Milton Raps

Lois Ricci Joseph Ackerman

Lorraine Mark Louis Morvai

Lucille Friedman Larry Smensky

M. Echenique Peggy Wedgworth

Mary Agnes Boulay Emilia Danielsen

Mary Hartney Peggy Wedgworth

Master Cra� Aluminum Products Rita Cannon

Merilyn Diamond Delores Mar�n

Merilyn Diamond Burt S�ckler

Michele Sakoff Perry Raphan

DONOR IN REMEMBRANCE OF DONOR IN REMEMBRANCE OF

Celebrations

DONOR IN CELEBRATION OF

Nancy & Steve Frelich Abraham Isadore Wolf

Nicholas De Risi Emelia (Amy) Jacobs

Nona Kramer Peggy Wedgworth

Pam Johnson Joe Cleaver

Peter Jefferson Joy Self

QC Corpora�on Peggy Wedgworth

Regi Arnold Mother of D. Luxemburg

Richard Ackerman Joseph Ackerman

Richard Barsi Tillie Johnson

Robert McClurg Joseph Ackerman

Robert McClurg Be�ye Boudreaux

Roberta Kline Louis Morvai

Rochelle Korn Louis Morvai

Rosalie Klein Madeline Greydanus

Ruth Fishbein-Salkin Joseph Ackerman

Sandy Stone Emilia Danielsen

Sharon Rhoades Joe Cleaver

Shirley Winkler Arthur Lubell

Stanley Hyman Louis Morvai

Stephanie Lowell Joe Mar�n Cleaver

Stephen Linder Joseph Ackerman

Sue Bailey Peggy Wedgworth

Susan Parks Bernard Goodman

Susan Strauss Rita Cannon

Teresa Tow Anthony Furguiele

Theodore Thoburn Joe Mar�n Cleaver

Tristan Wallace Peggy Wedgworth

Tru-Flo Corpora�on Peggy Wedgworth

Vickie Miller Peggy Wedgworth

Victoria Crisci Father Thomas Murphy

W. Herlihy Joe Cleaver

Wendy Foley Joe Cleaver

Leonora Sicular Sicular Birthday/Anniversary

Phyllis Lipow Rachel Wynick Birthday


JUNE 2014 - SEPTEMBER 2014

by KATHLEEN HERD, Vice President of Development

Christmas in July 2014

Community News

Each year, The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation invites alimited number of charitable organizations to participate it its“Christmas in July” initiative. This year, Alzheimer’s CommunityCare was asked to submit stories of five deserving families inneed of a helping hand. One of these families would be selectedto receive a $5,000 gift to help meet their needs. To everyone’ssurprise, our families’ stories were so compelling that each ofthe five families was selected to receive this generous financialsupport from the Foundation. What a wonderful way to express true concern and exceptional philanthropy forsome of our community’s most vulnerable residents:Alzheimer’s patients and their family caregivers. On behalf of each family, we express heartfelt appreciationto The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation for their thoughtfulness and generosity.


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President and CEO Mary M. Barnes andthe Leo and Anne Albert Care Center staffcelebrate Christmas in July in Pahokee.

by CHRISTINA DICKHOFF, Vice President of Community Care Services

How Social Contact Helps Peoplewith a Neurocognitive Disorder

Expert Advice

Social isolation can lead to a major change in aperson’s lifestyle which can ultimately lead to depression and complete withdrawal from activities withfamilies and friends. Family members notice that theirloved one with a neurocognitive disorder may prefer tosit by themselves which could be due to too much stimulation; they also may be unable to initiate conversation; and/or they may be embarrassed because they cannot remember guests’ names, etc. Onthe other hand you may find that your loved one willcontinue to participate in religious services, shopping,and small group functions because they are familiar.

When this withdrawal begins, the caregiver many timesbecomes the one to initiate social engagements for theirloved ones. Smaller family gatherings create less stimulation and lead to less agitation. Sometimes yourloved one is better in the morning than in the afternoonor evening, so family events may need to be scheduledaround their time. Once the caregiver can determinewhat works for their loved one, it is very important toprovide social interaction.

The specific area of the brain affected by social contactis our semantic memory, where long term memory,ideas, language and facts are stored. These includewhat we learn from engaging with others. Social interaction affects many behaviors that require memoryand focus, which in turn helps the brain compensatefrom memory loss at times.

Once the caregiver can determinewhat works for their loved one, itis very important to provide socialinteraction.

Caregivers are aware of their loved ones’ lack of skillsdue to their memory loss, but it is important for caregivers to support the remaining verbal and nonverbal social skills. A loved one may not rememberhow to prepare a meal but they can be the hostess at asmall luncheon with their friends. Also, a handshake isa socially acceptable skill that men use to greet eachother. The caregiver can say, “This is Bob Simpson fromthe choir at church” and the loved one can extend hishand to Mr. Simpson and elicit a “how are you?”

These well-known social skills increase self-esteem andproduce a sense of belonging. They also allow yourloved one to reminisce about good times and decrease anxious feelings. Family events are not always lostwhen someone is diagnosed with a neurocognitive disorder. Social contact is important in preventing isolation and depression, and will help to increase brainfunction and self-esteem.


by KAREN GILBERT, RN, MS, Vice President of Education and Quality Assurance

Expert Advice

Caregiver Stress


Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter advocates for caregivers, caregiving practices and public policy toenhance caring communities. She serves as President of the Board of Directors of Georgia SouthwesternState University’s Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving. Based on her extensive knowledge and understanding of the role of caregivers, Ms. Carter has said:

“There are only four kinds of people in the world –Those who have been caregivers,

Those who are currently caregivers,Those who will be caregivers,

And those who will need caregivers.”

The Family Caregiver Alliance, based in San Francisco, estimates that 44 million Americans over theage of 18 are providing care for older adults with disabilities who are living in the community. The valueof this unpaid care is estimated to cost $306 billion each year!

In 2013, in Florida alone, more than one million caregivers provided almost $15 billion worth of care.Caregivers are present in every segment of our society. Addressing caregiver stress is vital as caregiversare at risk for the significant effects of the caregiving burden.

Frustration / Anger (your loved one does not understand you and keeps wandering away)Guilt (you believe you should be doing better as a caregiver)Loneliness (you no longer see your friends or extended family on a regular basis)Fatigue (you are exhausted from “24/7” responsibility for another adult)Physical Illness (your immune system is weak, you are more prone to infectious disease)Slower Wound Healing (your diet may not be well-balanced)Long-Term Medical Issues (heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cancer)Depression (increase in caregiver depression coincides with the patient’s functional decline)

What does caregiver stress “look like?”It can take a variety of forms, including (but not limited to):

Caregiver Stress, cont.

In its 1999 study, the American Medical Association concluded that caregivers reporting “caregiver strain”were 63% more likely to pass away within 4 years than non-caregivers of similar age.

Recognizing that caregivers risk significant physical and emotional challenges, weoffer the following information and advice for reducing caregiver stress.

Ask for help! Call your Alzheimer’s Community Care Family Nurse Consultant!

Identify those family members or friends that may be able to supervise your loved one or take him for a walk, or perhaps pick up some groceries for you.

Learn to say “NO” to things you do not want to do or can no longer take on, such as hosting holiday meals.

Accept that you are doing the best you can; accept that you do not need to be a “perfect caregiver.”

Recognize what you can and cannot change. You may not be able to change the behavior of your loved one, however, you can control the way in which you respond!

Set realistic goals for small accomplishments.

Establish a daily routine.

Keep in touch with friends and family.

Join a support group for caregivers of patients with Alzheimer’s disease or related neurocognitive disorder.

Set a time each week to do something for YOU! Go to a movie, go shopping, go out to lunchwith a friend, play tennis, play cards….. Accept that you deserve respite!

Try to get physical exercise: A 20 – 30 minute walk a few times a week.

Keep up with your medical and dental checkups!

Access additional services, if appropriate. For instance, can your loved one attend our Specialized Adult Day Center – even just one day per week?

If you also work outside the home, consider taking some time off. The federal “Family and Medical Leave Act” may permit up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year to care for relatives. Consult your Human Resources department for details.


SAVE THE DATE !


by ERICA KRAMER, Development Coordinator

Community News

On Saturday, August 23, 2014, Macy’s held their annual Shop-for-a-Cause eventto support the fundraising efforts of charities across the nation. This event allowslocal charities to sell savings passes for a $5 charge and also allowed the buyer toenter to win a $500 Macy’s Gift Card. The savings pass gave buyers the opportunityto save 25% on Macy’s regular, sale and clearance items, or save 10% on electronics,watches, furniture, mattresses and rugs or floor coverings.

Many items were on sale, giving shoppers more access to a variety of options, ata great discount. 100% of proceeds went to the non-profit organization.Alzheimer’s Community Care sold passes across Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie County, raising a total of $1,400!

Macy’s has been doing Shop-for-a-Cause since 2006 and has raised more than $48 million for non-profit organizations. The $1,400 raised will go directly towards our community-based services andresources, more specifically, it will support 22 days of specialized care for our patients and families. Weare very thankful to Macy’s for allowing Alzheimer’s Community Care to raise donations in a fun and creative way. We look forward to our continued participation in Shop-for-a-Cause.

Macy’s Shop-For-A-Cause Recap


Services & ResourcesIMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

PALM BEACH,MARTIN & ST. LUCIE

COUNTIES

Emergency Numbers & Special Needs Shelters

Palm Beach CountyEMERGENCY 911Emergency Management 561-712-6400Telecommunications Device for the Deaf 561-712-6343Resource and Crisis Counseling 211Special Needs Shelter Registration 561-712-6400American Red Cross 561-833-7711Consumer Assistance Hotline 800-227-8676FEMA 800-621-3362Fire Rescue – Non-Emergency 561-712-6550Health Department 561-840-4500Price Gouging Hotline 866-966-7226Public Safety Department 561-712-6470Salvation Army 561-686-3530Emergency Repairs 24 Hours 561-740-4600

Martin CountyEMERGENCY 911Special Needs Shelter Registration 772- 287-1652Martin County Fire Rescue Department 772- 288-5710Martin County Emergency Management/Emergency Operations Center 772- 287-1652Martin County Sheriff's Office 772- 220-7170Red Cross (Martin County Chapter) 772- 287-2018 or

772- 287-2002To Report Suspicious Activity or Non-Emergency Concerns 772- 220-7170Neighborhood Watch 772- 220-7011

St. Lucie CountyEMERGENCY 911Special Needs Shelter Registration 772- 462-8100St. Lucie County Division of Emergency Management 772- 462-8100Red Cross - Port St. Lucie Chapter 772- 878-7077


Family NurseConsultantsSOUTH PALM BEACH COUNTY(BOYNTON BEACH, DELRAY BEACH& BOCA RATON)Eileen Pantoliano, RN, BSN15200 Jog Rd, Suite 206 - Delray Bch, FL 33446561.381.0231

CENTRAL & WESTERN PALM BEACH COUNTYWanda Aponte, RN, BSN, CHPN3680 Lake Worth RoadLake Worth, FL 33461561.432.0668

WEST PALM BEACH & NORTHERN PALM BEACH COUNTYMaureen Hyland, RN800 Northpoint ParkwaySuite 101-A - West Palm Beach, FL 33407561.683.2700 ext. 142

THE GLADES - (PAHOKEE, BELLE GLADE,SOUTH BAY)Jelena Curtis, LPN470 Barack Obama Blvd., Pahokee, FL 33476561.924.7283

MARTIN COUNTYChristine Brannigan, RN, BSNTowers Building - 1111 S. Federal Hwy., #116Stuart, FL 34994772.223.6351

ST. LUCIE COUNTYErika Turke, RN, BSNSt. Peter Lutheran Church2900 South Jenkins Road - Fort Pierce, FL 34981772.460.9166

PALM BEACH COUNTYSOUTHERN PALM BEACH COUNTY

Boca RatonEvery Wednesday, 10:00-11:30 a.m.Advent Square - 4798 North Dixie Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33431Respite provided, call ahead 561.391.6955

Boca Men’s Only Group1st & 3rd Thursday 10:00-11:30 p.m.Advent Square - 4798 North Dixie Hwy.Boca Raton, FL 33431Eileen Pantoliano, RN, BSN 561.381.0231Respite provided, call ahead 561.391.6955

Delray BeachEileen Pantoliano, RN, BSN 561.381.0231

1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Betty Kroll Specialized Adult Day Service Ctr.Seacrest Presbyterian Church2703 Seacrest Blvd. NorthDelray Beach, FL 33444Respite provided, call ahead 561.330.3541

CENTRAL PALM BEACH COUNTYWanda Aponte, RN, BSN, CHPNFamily Nurse Consultant 561.432.0668

Lantana and Lake WorthEvery Wednesday 1:30-3:00 p.m.Our Savior Lutheran Church1615 Lake AvenueLake Worth, FL 33160Wanda Aponte, RN, BSN, CHPNFamily Nurse Consultant 561.432.0668

NORTHERN PALM BEACH COUNTY& WEST PALM PALM BEACHMaureen Hyland, RN 561.683.2700Family Nurse Consultant561.683.2700

JupiterEvery Wednesday, 2:15-4:00 p.m.First United Methodist Church815 E. Indiantown Rd.Jupiter, FL 33477

West Palm BeachEvery Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.800 Northpoint Pkwy. Suite 101-BWest Palm Beach, FL 33407Respite provided, call ahead561.683.2700

Frontal Temporal Lobe Support GroupSecond & Fourth Friday of Each Month1:30-3:00 p.m.800 Northpoint Pkwy. Suite 101-BWest Palm Beach, FL 33407Respite provided, call ahead561.683.2700

WESTERN PALM BEACH

Belle GladeJelena Curtis, LPN561.924.7283

Pahokee4th Tuesday of the month 2:00-3:30 p.m.470 Barack Obama Boulevard (Formerly East First Street)Pahokee, FL 33476Respite provided, call ahead 561.924.7283

MARTIN COUNTYChristine Brannigan 772.223.6351

Stuart Every Thursday, 1:00-3:00 p.m.Children’s Services Council101 SE Central ParkwayStuart, FL 34994Respite not provided for this location

North StuartEvery Wednesday, 2:00-4:00 p.m.Prince of Peace Lutheran Church2200 North Federal Hwy.Stuart, FL 34994Respite provided, call ahead 772.692.6981

ST. LUCIE COUNTYErika Turke, RN, BSN 772.460.9166

Fort Pierce1st & 3rd Fridays,10:30-12:00 noon St. Peter Lutheran Church2900 South Jenkins RoadFort Pierce, FL 34981Respite provided, call ahead 772.466.3261

Boca RatonPhyllis & Julius Siegel Alzheimer’s Care & Service Ctr. 4680 N. Dixie Hwy.561.391.6955License #9252

Delray Beach/Betty Kroll CenterSeacrest Presbyterian Church2703 Seacrest Blvd. North561.330.3541License #9128

West Lake Worth(Se Habla Español)3680 Lake Worth Rd. 561.432.0668License #8998

Lake Worth Our Savior Lutheran Church1615 Lake Ave.561.585.7781License #8852

Specialized Adult Care Service Centers

PALM BEACH COUNTY PahokeeLeo & Anne AlbertAlzheimer’s Care & Service Center470 Barack Obama Blvd.561.924.7283License #9032

Palm Beach GardensNativity Lutheran Church 4075 Holly Drive561.630.4724License #8940

West Palm Beach/Baxter Complex800 Northpoint Pkwy.Suite 101-A561.683.2700, ext. 45License #8837

North StuartPrince of Peace Lutheran Church2200 North Federal Hwy.772.692.6981License #8928

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ST. LUCIE COUNTY

Ft. Pierce St. Peters Lutheran Church 2900 South Jenkins Road772.466.3261License # 9046

Caregiver Support GroupsServices &Resources

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Ways to Give92 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to resources

and care for the organization’s patients and caregivers.

There are many ways you can make a difference in the lives of others by making a donation to Alzheimer’s Community Care.

In Memory Of: One of the ways to keep the memory of someone alive is tomake a gift in remembrance of them.

In Celebration: Making a gift to honor someone is a special way of sharingtheir memory with the community.

Alzheimer’s Community Care offers many forms of In Memory of and In Celebration donations:

Monetary DonationsMatching GiftsFlowersWills and Estate PlanningSponsorship OpportunitiesVolunteer OpportunitiesGifts-In-Kind

For more information on ways you can help make an impact in the local community call (561) 683-2700 or visit the Alzheimer’s Community Care website at www.alzcare.org. All donations are received over an encrypted, secure server. Alzheimer’s Community Care will never rentor sell your information to third parties.

In lieu of flowers, give a gift that supports Alzheimer’s families in the local community.

Alzheimer’s Community Care Acknowledges a Donation In Loving Memory of Your Husband

Joseph DoeBy Mr. and Mrs. William Smith

“There is no more meaningful way to remember one than by making a contribution which will directly help others.”


ACColadesby KRIS RIEDELL, MBA, Vice President of Human Resources/Volunteer Service Department

~ “The best way to find yourself, is to lose yourself in the service of others.”~ Ghandi


Alzheimer’s Community Care is proud to dedicate this section to recognizing, honoring, encouraging andsupporting those individuals who have received special distinction over the past quarter of 2014. Thisemployee has been identified by her peers based on superior job performance, dedication, teamworkand cooperation.

Employee of the 2nd Quarter 2014

Kattie Dutreuil

Kattie Dutreuil started employment with Alzheimer’s Community Care on July 1, 1997. This was the first day thatACC started providing day care services.

Kattie is the Program Assistant at the Phyllis & Julius SiegelAlzheimer's Care & Service Center in Boca Raton. Kattie wasnominated by her peers for creating and performing an unbelievable job in taking charge of a renewal wedding ceremony for a patient and caregiver that had been marriedfor 75 years. Kattie has been loyal and hardworking duringher 17 years with the organization and for that ACC salutes her excellent job performance and forbeing EMPLOYEE OF THE 2nd QUARTER 2014.

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Are you enthusiastic, warm, caring, and friendly? Do you enjoy helping others? Do you have extra timethat you would like to spend doing something worthwhile and valuable? ACC is currently looking for volunteers to volunteer in the following areas:

Caregiver Connection / Special Needs Shelter / Specialized Alzheimer's Care & Service CentersSenior Companion / Administrative Opportunities/General Office / Exhibits & Community Fairs

ACColadesby KRIS RIEDELL, MBA, Vice President of Human Resources/ Volunteer Service Department

Special Needs SheltersThe Volunteer Service Department in conjunction with the Human Resources Department is in the midstof recruiting volunteers to work in the Special Needs Shelter. Alzheimer’s Community Care is in partnership with the Palm Beach County Department of Community Services and Health Departmentand will be providing aid to evacuees with Alzheimer’s and dementia-specific needs during disaster reliefefforts. If an employee would like to volunteer or if you know any individuals 18 years of age and olderwho may be interested in joining Alzheimer’s Community Care’s team of volunteers, please have themcontact:

Kris Riedell at [email protected] (561) 683-2700, ext 144.


Back in 2003, Merilyn Dimond started volunteering for Alzheimer’sCommunity Care. Since that time, Merilyn has been an advocate forthe patients and caregivers that are in need of services and support.

Merilyn spends endless hours talking to caregivers on the phone. Sheoffers them resources and support, facilitates a support group on aweekly basis in Delray Beach and volunteers for ACC’s Annual Educational Conference.

Merilyn Dimond

Volunteer Opportunities

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Merilyn has volunteered close to 1,762 service hours to Alzheimer’s Community Care since 2005;the value wage for her volunteer service equals $37,000. This shows hard work and dedication that Merilyn offers to ACC daily. We wish to offer our deepest thanks to Merilyn for being an advocate. Weare lucky and thankful for your time and commitment.

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