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Alzheimer's Association - GMC West Michigan Region
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Last updated on March 11, 2008

To provide leadership to enhance the quality of life for all persons with Alzheimer's Disease, their families and caregivers; through compassionate programs and services and support for research and legislative advocacy. Our vision is to create a world without Alzheimer's Disease while optimizing quality of life for those persons affected by Alzheimer's Disease.

Description:
The services of the Alzheimer's Association, West Michigan Region provide support, guidance and education for persons with Alzheimer's Disease, their families and caregivers through:

  1. Helpline - a 24/7 telephone support system
  2. Individual consultation - assistance to families
  3. Support Groups- trained facilitators meet with small groups to share information and experiences
  4. Community Presentations and Workshops- on-going public awareness and education presentations for caregivers, healthcare professionals, civic, faith, and other groups
  5. "Safe Return"- a nationwide life-saving registration and identification program that helps locate and return people with dementia who may wander
  6. Newsletter - a quarterly publication featuring tips, calendars, news and updates on research and advocacy
  7. Web Site- resources and information available 24/7, including links to the national Alzheimer's Association and other related web sites.

  8. History:
    The Alzheimer's Association West Michigan Region serves Osceola, Ionia, Kent, Mecosta, Montcalm, and Ottawa Counties.

    Contact people:

     Judith Froot, Office Coordinator, (phone), (email)
    Mary Mathieu, Program Coordinator, (phone), (email)
    Joy Spahn, Director, (phone), (email)

    Office fax number: (616) 459-8874

    Address:

     2944 Fuller Avenue NE, Suite 101
    Grand Rapids, MI 49505
    (See a map)

    Web Site: http://www.alzgmc.org

    Directions:

     Turn east off Fuller Ave onto Brookview Drive. Take the first driveway on your left. We are located on the first floor of the three story brick building.
      Nearest Bus Stop: Plainfield/Fuller, 3 minute walk

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