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Colorado Chapter Newsletter
Published quarterly for our families, donors, volunteers,
advocates and friends in the Alzheimer community
The Alzheimer’s Association
is proud to present the 16th
Annual symposium in Denver on
May 19 and 20. This anticipated
event will empower caregivers,
those with the disease, and
healthcare professionals to rise
to the challenges brought on by
Alzheimer’s.
Medical & Research . . . . 4
Caregiving . . . . . . . . . . 6
Memories Lost and Found . 7
En Español . . . . . . . . . 8
The Alzheimer’s Association
16 th Annual Symposium
Denver, CO May 19 and 20
The Symposium opens with
Keynote speaker, Majid Fotuhi,
MD, PhD, Assistant Professor at
Johns Hopkins University, Director
of the Memory Disorders Unit
at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
and author of Memory Cure, will
discuss how to maintain brain
health. Most recently, research
suggests that by managing our
numbers, eating wisely, staying
physically and mentally active, and
remaining socially involved could
delay or prevent the appearance of
Alzheimer’s.
David Troxel, co-author of,
“The Best Friend’s Approach to
Alzheimer’s Care,” is recognized
nationally for his groundbreaking
and innovative work in helping
people with Alzheimer’s disease and
their families. His presentation,
“Mona Lisa & the Art of Good
Dementia Care,” will focus on the
development of person-centered
care. Symposium workshops on care
issues, behaviors, communication,
medical and legal issues, early onset
Alzheimer’s, and long-term care
In This Issue:
Educational Programs . . 12
Support Groups . . . . . . 20
Learning Institute . . . . 24
Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . 26
Winter 2005
www.alzrockymtn.org
303-813-1669
culture change will arm participants
with the knowledge to live a more
empowered life.
In addition, Dr. Paul Bell will
present a research intensive regarding
the latest breakthroughs in research
and treatment.
The Symposium will be
Thursday, May 19
and
Friday, May 20
from
8:00am to 4:30pm
at
Sheraton Denver West
360 Union Blvd.
Lakewood, CO
The cost is $129
to attend both days,
or $79 to attend one day.
Please call 303-813-1669
to register.
Giving Opportunities . . . 27

STAFF
Linda Mitchell, MSW . . . . . President, CEO
Colorado Springs Office
Chey Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Assistant
Janet Kolb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Denver Office
Wendy Braun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Program Assistant
Balbina Contreras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Receptionist
Linnette Cruz, MA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Helpline Coordinator
Doña Dodson, CFRE. . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President of Development
Cheryl Dunaway, LCSW . . . . . . . . . Vice President of Programs
Joanne Fisher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memories in the Making Event Coordinator
Amelia Grundy, MS . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education Director
Eve Halterman, MBA. . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Multicultural Initiatives
Renee Herrera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Specialist
Pat Holley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Education Coordinator
Inge Holmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President of Administration
Janet Hubert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grants Coordinator
Gwen Ippen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memories in the Making Program Coordinator
Leslie Klane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President of Corporate Relations
Carol Mongé, MBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Communications
Sheryl Plutt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accountant
Sharon Ramel, MA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family Services Director
Marcia Reish, RN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Early Stage Services Coordinator
Jackie Roth, MSW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family Options Coordinator
Petra Sertic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Development Associate
Keith Swanson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice-President of Finance and Technology
Mary Ann Wertz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Development Database Specialist
Durango Office/Southwest Colorado
Elaine Stumpo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Fort Collins Office/Northern Colorado
Emmalie Conner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Administrative Assistant
Laury Dennis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Julie Hartman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Development Officer
Greeley/Evans Office/Northeast Colorado
Bonnie Wacker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Grand Junction Office/Western Slope
Annie Smyth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Laurie Frasier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Development Officer
Pueblo Office/Southern Colorado
Barbara Caudle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional Director
Betty Nufer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Development Officer
MEDICAL-SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Paul Bell, PhD
Eugene A. DuBoff, MD
Fred Feinsod, MD
Christopher M. Filley, MD
Glenn Gade, MD
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José M. Lafosse, PhD
Alan Lazaroff, MD
Robert McCartney, MD
Frank B. McGlone, MD
Nora Morgenstern, MD
Donald Murphy, MD
David Patterson, MD
Eugenia H. Pritchett, MD
Stuart Schneck, MD
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Maxfield, Esq., Chairman
Susan Barnhill,Vice-Chairman
Genie Pritchett, MD, Secretary
Jerry Mills, Treasurer
Robert B. Rottman, Esq., Member at Large
Mary Anstine
Christopher Binkley
Elenora Crichlow
Walt DeHaven
Ross Fox
David Harris, Esq.
Nathan Hooks
Kathy Klugman
José M. Lafosse, PhD
Steve Martin
Deborah Ortega
Jim Prugh
Scott Richards
Kathy Seidel
John Sladek, Ph.D
Ronald Stepien
John Tighe
Joe Wyskiel
ADVISORY BOARD
Phillip Dispense, Chairman
Jim Baldwin
Paul Bell, PhD
Carolynn Bond
Rita L. Cohen, RN
Val Dean, MD
Janet Feder
John Fielder
Helen J. Ginsburg
Rabbi Steven Kaye
Saul Locker
Ward Lucas
Ruth Nelson
Edwin L. Novak
Michael Opatowski
Bernard Poskus, Esq.
Hank Robinson
Barbara Sandstrom
Charles Turner, Esq.
Jerry Weeter
Don White
This newsletter is published quarterly by the
Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter, a
non-profit, tax-exempt corporation. Materials
received from any other organization may not
use the registered logo shown on the cover of
this newsletter, and should not be considered
as representing the Alzheimer’s Association
Colorado Chapter.
Copyright by Alzheimer’s Association Colorado
Chapter, except where specifically stated
otherwise. Permission is hereby granted to all
Alzheimer’s Association Chapters to excerpt
materials from this newsletter for use in their
public information programs. We would be
grateful to receive a copy of such reprints.
Editor Carol Mongé
carol.monge@alz.org

~Linda Mitchell, President, CEO
We are excited to embark on a
New Year that is sure to bring
about many changes within
our Chapter. The need to grow
and expand our level of service
continues to escalate as Alzheimer’s
disease impacts more Coloradoans.
We could not accomplish our
mission without the dedication
of our volunteer leadership. The
Board of Directors is made up of
committed, caring individuals with
a variety of talents to provide the
expertise to continually “raise the
bar” for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Many of the board members serve
six years and contribute enormous
amounts of time, energy, and
resources to fuel the growth of the
Chapter.
We would like to extend our
gratitude to three board members
who served out their terms: Robert
Allen, Steve Briscoe, and Dr. Don
Murphy. Their dedication and passion
for our cause has been unwavering.
It is with great pleasure that we
welcome the following new members
to the Board of Directors:
Christopher Binkley - Kaiser
Permanente
Elenora Crichlow - Administrator
ofSeniorLifeCenter, Centura Health
Walt DeHaven - General Manager,
CBS4
Nathan Hooks - Financial Services
Professional,New YorkLife
Kathy Seidel - Vice President,
Northern Trust
John Sladek, Ph.D. - Vice
Chancellor for Research, UCHSC
John Tighe - John Tighe & Associates
Real Estate,Colorado Springs
We look forward to utilizing their
skills and talents as we continue to
move forward with our ambitious
goals for growth. Together with our
returning board members, we will
all make a signi�cant difference in
the lives of thousands of Colorado
families.
The past two decades have produced
tremendous progress and have laid the
foundation for major breakthroughs
in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
for the years ahead. It is imperative
to keep this momentum going if
we are to provide hope to all those
affected by this terrible disease and to
�nd a cure before it penetrates future
generations. Your con�dence and
�nancial investment makes our work
possible.
Our sincere best wishes for a
wonderful and prosperous New Year!
linda.mitchell@alz.org
We are very grateful for the
following foundation grants
recently awarded to our
Chapter for 2005:
HealthOneAlliance-
Memories in the Making
Daniels Fund - core services
in Denver metro area
Rose Community Foundation
- Savvy Caregiver
Helen K and Arthur E Johnson
Foundation - General Program
Support
Walter E. Lipe Trust - Respite
Care
It’s not too late to order your 2005 Colorado Memories Calendar!
All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association
Call us at 303-813-1669 • Order online at www.alzrockymtn.org
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medical/research
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Landmark Alzheimer study seeks participants
Beginning in April 2005, Alzheimer’s Disease
Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) will enroll about 800
older adults at 50 sites across the United States and Canada
in a study to determine better ways to identify people at
Scientists are still working to understand mild cognitive
impairment (MCI) and its relationship to Alzheimer’s
disease. Because basic questions about this disorder remain
to be answered, the de�nition of MCI continues to evolve.
MCI is most commonly used to describe a subtle but
measurable memory disorder. A person with MCI has
memory problems greater than normal for his or her age
but does not show other symptoms of dementia, such as
impaired judgment or reasoning.
In 2001, the American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
published practice guidelines for the early detection of
memory problems. The AAN workgroup of specialists
identi�ed the following criteria for an MCI diagnosis:
· An individual’s report of his or her own memory
problems, preferably confirmed by another person
· Measurable, greater-than-normal memory impairment
detected with standard assessment tests
· Normal overall thinking and reasoning skills
· Ability to perform normal daily activities
risk of developing Alzheimer’s and assess whether drugs
being studied are effective.
The study, supported by a $1 million contribution
from the Alzheimer’s Association, is seeking about 200
participants with no cognitive symptoms. Another 400
should have mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition
in which individuals have memory problems that can be
measured on tests but do not interfere signi�cantly with
usual daily activities. An additional 200 enrollees will have
early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
Recruitment for the study will begin in spring 2005;
those interested in participating can contact the National
Institute of Aging’s Alzheimer’s Disease Education and
Referral (ADEAR) Center at 800.438.4380.
Is it just mild cognitive impairment, or is it Alzheimer’s?
A person with MCI has memory problems
greater than normal for his or her age
but does not show other symptoms of
dementia, such as impaired judgment or
reasoning.
Research suggests that nearly all cases of MCI progress to
Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Other
studies suggest that some people with MCI may not
develop dementia, and some may even “revert” to normal,
but that many are at a very high risk of progressing to
dementia.
There is currently no treatment for MCI approved by
the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Some
physicians may prescribe certain FDA-approved Alzheimer
medications and vitamin E supplements to treat symptoms
associated with MCI. Several treatments for MCI are now
being tested in large clinical trials.

Americans As Afraid of Caring for a Loved One with
Alzheimer’s As They Are of Getting Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association Joins Senators Clinton,
Grassley and Bond to Urge Passage of Ronald
Reagan Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act of 2004
to Provide Relief
A new Omnibus survey of more than 1,000 adults
released by the Alzheimer’s Association revealed that
Americans are as afraid of becoming an Alzheimer
caregiver as they are of getting the disease itself.
On October 5, Senators Hillary Rodham Clinton
(D-NY), Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Kit Bond (R-
MO) joined the Association at a press conference
in Washington, DC in urging Congress to pass the
Ronald Reagan Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act of
2004, which would provide assistance and tax relief
to caregivers.
The Reagan Breakthrough Act would:
• Increase federal funding for research
• Provide relief for caregivers by increasing the
availability of respite care services
• Establish a $3,000 caregiver tax credit to help
pay for medications, home health care, adult
day care and respite care and provide an abovethe-line
deduction for long-term care insurance
premiums
• Increase funding for the National Family
Caregiver Support Program
“Both the report and the survey point to the
tremendous need for increased support for
caregivers,” said Sheldon Goldberg, president and
CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Our
report shows that Alzheimer caregivers have a
disproportionately heavier burden than other
caregivers, due to the number of hours spent
providing care, the duration of time they give care,
and the difficulty of the tasks they perform, all of
which leads to an increase in unmet needs and
personal sacrifice.”
“As a nation, we rely on family caregivers. Although
caregiving is certainly rewarding, it can also result in
substantial emotional and physical strain and financial
hardship, which passage of the Reagan Breakthrough
Act will help alleviate,” said Senator Hillary Rodham
Clinton, co-chair of the Congressional Taskforce on
Alzheimer’s disease and co-sponsor of the Reagan
Breakthrough Act. “Congress must also pursue a
comprehensive, integrated healthcare system for
people with chronic diseases such as dementia to
better support the caregiver.”
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Advocacy

Caregiving
Be Ready for Doctor Visits
How often have you left a doctor’s office and realized
that you forgot to ask an important question, omitted
mentioning one of the medications you take or simply left
out an important symptom you recently noticed?
Partnering with Your Doctor, a program offered by the
Alzheimer’s Association, hopes to help prevent these
scenarios. The program assists people with memory loss
and their loved ones in receiving the best possible health
care through improved cooperation with their physicians.
The program offers specific tools and strategies to improve
communication and understanding, covering these critical
topics:
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How to communicate effectively with a physician
How to prepare for and maximize time during a doctor
visit by using care, medication and appointment logs
How to strengthen the partnership with the physician
How to lower stress and ensure the best health care
possible
Examples
Change in Symptoms Description
For people with Alzheimer’s and those who help in their
care, doctor visits are critical. The more information you can
provide the physician, the better he or she can evaluate the
disease’s progress. Use the following checklist to make sure
you’re well-prepared for your next doctor visit.
Bring all medications, both prescription and over-thecounter
(vitamins, aspirin, etc.)
Bring a record of changes in the health, memory or mood
of the person with Alzheimer’s. Be specific about when a
change first occurs and when and how often it happens.
Bring a list of your questions about medications, symptoms,
what to expect, treatments you’ve heard about or any other
issues.
Bring a small notebook and pen. Take notes during the
visit if you’re concerned about remembering everything the
doctor tells you.
Health, e.g., pain or illness “Bob complains of pain in his lower back
almost every day. This started about three weeks
ago and has slowly gotten worse.”
Memory “Bob seems really confused a lot lately. He forgot
how to get home from the store yesterday.”
Mood, e.g., restlessness, hearing things, “Bob isn’t sleeping at night. He cries often and is
hitting screaming, sadness, crying, strange obviously upset about something. This started
about ideas a month ago and keeps getting worse.”

Save the Date! Memories in
the Making Art Auction
This is an event not to miss! You’ll have an opportunity
to purchase beautiful and compelling vibrant
watercolors drawn by people with Alzheimer’s disease.
These professionally framed works of art will make a
wonderful addition to your art collection.
Each year artwork created in more than 60 Memories
in the Making sites throughout Colorado culminates
in art auctions to raise funds to support the work of
the Alzheimer’s Association. Professional art juries
choose the final artwork, which are astonishing works
of art.
Memories in the Making Art Auctions
Call for ticket information
Pueblo:
Sunday, April 17
4:00 to 8:00 pm
Pueblo Country Club
719-544-5720
Colorado Springs:
Saturday, May 7
6:00 to 10:00 pm
Cheyenne Mountain
Conference Resort
719-266-8773
Memories Lost and Found Event
(L to R) Eugenia Zuckerman, John Fielder, Helen Ginsburg
Ft. Collins:
Thursday, June 2
6:00 to 10:00 pm
Dan Ostermiller Studio
– Loveland (100 W. 1 st St.)
970-472-9798
Denver/Boulder Metro Area:
Thursday, June 16
6:00 to 10:00 pm
Donald R. Seawell Ballroom
– DCPA
303-813-1669
The fifth annual Memories Lost and Found 2004 luncheon
kept with AWARE’s tradition of a being a wonderfully
poignant event with 650 guests raising more than
$180,000. The event began with a reception and the
Memories Market followed by a noon luncheon with guest
speaker Eugenia Zuckerman, world-renowned flutist,
author, musical director and arts correspondent. Ms.
Zuckerman played a musical selection as well as read from
her latest book entitled In My Mother’s Closet: An Invitation
to Remember. All money raised from the luncheon funds
Alzheimer’s disease prevention research programs.
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En Español
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Grupo de Apoyo “Familias Latinas”
La Asociación de Alzheimer invita
a los cuidadores de familiares con
pérdida de memoria a participar
en nuestras reuniones de apoyo y
educación en el Centro San Juan
Diego. Nuestras reuniones son
especialmente para ofrecerles a los
cuidadores (y a sus familiares con
pérdida de memoria) de habla hispana
una oportunidad para aprender sobre
problemas de la memoria, para recibir
información sobre los servicios de
apoyo disponibles, para compartir
información, y para disfrutar
escuchando música y haciendo juegos
y actividades mentales para mantener
la salud cerebral.
¿Cuándo?
el tercer sábado de cada mes
enero:
el día 15
febrero:
el día 19
marzo:
el día 19
¿Dónde?
Centro San Juan Diego
2830 Lawrence, Denver, Colorado
¿Hora?
10 a.m. - mediodía
Caminata para la Memoria 2004
Para más información, llame a la
Asociación de Alzheimer al
303-813-1669 y hable con Eve.
El equipo “Familias Latinas a tu Lado” fue todo un éxito
en la Caminata para la Memoria anual de la Asociación
de Alzheimer este pasado septiembre. Se integraron 80
personas de todas las edades y formaron uno de los equipos
más grandes del evento. Los miembros de “Familias Latinas
a tu Lado” disfrutaron de la caminata en el parque, de los
ricos burritos después, y de los premios que se dieron a
cada familia participante. Estamos muy agradecidos al artista
local, Tony Ortega, que nos hizo el diseño para la playera
que todos los integrantes del equipo recibieron gratis. Este
año también damos las gracias a los patrocinadores del
equipo: De Hecho, que nos promocionó el evento, Su
Casita que donó fondos para cubrir la mayoría del gasto de
las playeras, e Image Impressions que nos hizo las playeras
a muy bajo costo.

El Estrés y la Memoria
Todos, sin importar la edad, tenemos problemas de la
memoria de vez en cuando. ¿Significa que estamos todos
“enfermos”? ¡No! ¿Y es cierto que al envejecernos
debemos esperar tener fallas de la memoria a causa de la
edad? ¡No! A pesar de la edad de la persona afectada,
algunas veces la pérdida de memoria no es a causa de un
trastorno cerebral o una enfermedad como Alzheimer, sino
del estrés de la vida.
En una investigación reciente, los investigadores vieron que
la pérdida de la memoria no puede construirse en nuestro
sistema cortical a menos que sea dependiente de las tensiones
que enfrentamos día tras día. Si nos encontramos en un
contexto estresante estamos más propensos a experimentar
problemas de memoria. Los participantes se informaron
menos problemas de memoria en los días libres de estrés que
en los que estuvieron repletos de tensiones.
Muchas veces se ve este tipo de pérdida de memoria en los
cuidadores de las personas con enfermedades cerebrales. Se
sabe que el Alzheimer, por ejemplo, tiene un alto impacto
Los participantes se informaron menos
problemas de memoria en los días libres de
estrés que en los que estuvieron repletos de
tensiones
sobre aquellos que asisten en el cuidado de un individuo
enfermo. Más del 70 por ciento de las personas con
Alzheimer viven en sus hogares, donde su familia y amigos
se ocupan de la mayor parte de los cuidados. A medida
que la enfermedad avanza, ocasiona estrés físico, emocional
y económico a las personas a cargo del enfermo. En estos
FUENTE:
Boletín Informativo del Envejecimiento Positivo
http://www.healthandage.com
Mayo - Junio, 2004
casos, la pérdida de memoria del cuidador puede deberse
principalmente a la circunstancia y no a un problema de
deterioro cerebral.
Los resultados sugieren que si una persona sufre molestias
por la pérdida de la memoria, sería útil que reduzca sus
situaciones de estrés y que desarrolle algunos hábitos exitosos
para rememorar.
Es importante que todos tomemos pasos para mantener la
salud cerebral. Los pasos bajo la campaña “Usa el Cerebro”
de la Asociación de Alzheimer son:
• Mantenga sus números a un nivel
saludable en las áreas de la presión,
colesterol, el peso, y el azúcar en la
sangre
• Alimente su cerebro – coma comidas
ricas en antioxidantes como espinaca,
brócoli, pimentones rojos, cebolla,
maíz, pasas, fresas, naranjas, uvas
rojas, y cerezas. Otras comidas son
ricas en los ácidos grasosos Omega
3 y la vitamina E -- el salmón, las
sardinas, la trucha, el atún, aceites de
plantas como canola, zapallo, y soya,
y almendras y nueces mariposas.
• Ejercite su cuerpo y su cerebro. Haga
ejercicio físico, tome una clase,
converse, lea, haga acertijos. ¿Sabe
que uno de los mejores tipos de
ejercicio físico que también ejercita el
cerebro es el baile?
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En Español

Programs
While these four programs form the core of the Basic Series, you will find additional general information programs in your
community. Please see complete schedule of Family Resource Programs starting on page 12.
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The Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease
If you are concerned about your own memory, someone who has
memory problems, or someone who has been formally diagnosed
with Alzheimer’s disease, the following programs are designed to help
you.
The Alzheimer’s Association recommends that those who are new
to the disease take one of these basic programs in order to develop a
foundation and before continuing on with Meeting the Challenges of
Caregiving educational series. The programs are designed for those in
the early stages of the disease. The Association offers several program
formats to choose from with varying time commitments.
Here are some of the questions that will
be answered in these programs:
What is dementia?
What is normal memory loss?
How will I, as a caregiver, keep
a person with Alzheimer’s
disease safe?
How do I get a good diagnosis?
As a newly diagnosed person
with Alzheimer’s disease,
how will I adjust? How
long will I be able to drive?
All About Alzheimer’s
Who should attend: the general public,
those concerned about loved ones with
memory loss, or if you are experiencing
memory loss yourself.
This is a one-hour general information
session for anyone interested in learning
about the difference between normal
memory loss due to aging and memory
loss associated with dementia. You will
learn about the Alzheimer’s disease
process and resources available for those
with Alzheimer’s and their families and
caregivers.
Getting Started: When the
Diagnosis is Alzheimer’s
Who should attend: designed for
caregivers or family members of
people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or
dementia.
This full-day program is designed for
busy family members, professional and
volunteer caregivers, and friends of
those with dementia. You will learn
the basics about the disease, handling
daily living challenges, preparing for the
progression of the disease, and behavioral
and communication issues. Also covered
is information about Durable Medical
Power of Attorney.
Orientation to Early
Alzheimer’s
Who should attend: Individuals formally
diagnosed with dementia, their caregiver,
family and friends.
This concise two-hour session covers
memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease
and the first steps in planning for the
future. The latest treatments for the
disease are discussed.
Early Stage Strategy Series
Who should attend: Individuals formally
diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or
dementia and their caregiver.
This in-depth three week course
is designed for people with early
Alzheimer’s and their caregiver to help
them understand the diagnosis and how
to begin planning for the future. Together
they will gain an understanding of the
disease and the common changes that
will occur. They will learn key strategies
for living with Alzheimer’s disease that
will enrich their lives. (Orientation to
Early Alzheimer’s is recommended prior
to participating in this series)
Week 1: Understanding early Alzheimer’s
Common changes to expect
Week 2: Daily living strategies
Practical tips to safely deal with
changes
Week 3: Legal, financial, and resource
information

Meeting the Challenges of Caregiving
These programs are a wonderful
source of information and answers
for family members and caregivers
to help cope with some of the more
complex issues that arise throughout
the disease. These programs answer the
most frequently asked questions and
concerns that family and caregivers
typically deal with. All of our offices
offer these programs on a rotating basis.
The Challenges of Caregiving series is
designed for those in the middle to late
stages of the disease.
If you don’t see a program that addresses
your immediate needs, please let us
know so we can add it to our program
offerings. Or, if you see something
you like that’s not offered in your
community, call us so we can add it to
the schedule.
Here are some questions that will be
addressed in these programs.
LEGAL AND FINANCIAL
Do I need an elderlaw attorney?
How do I take over managing the
finances?
CAREGIVER CHALLENGES
How will I keep a person with the
disease safe?
As a new caregiver, what do I need
to know?
What kind of communication and
behavior challenges will we face as
the disease progresses?
MEDICAL AND RESEARCH
How does Medicare and Medicaid
work?
What are the medications for
Alzheimer’s patients and how do
they work?
Are there new medications coming
out?
CONTINUUM OF CARE OPTIONS
Does a person with Alzheimer’s
have to move into a nursing
home?
How do I determine if an assisted
living facility or nursing home is
the right one?
What does it mean to be a
caregiver for a person in a care
facility?
For Programs In your Community, Please See “Family Resource Programs”
SAVVY CAREGIVER PROGRAM
Caring for someone with
Alzheimer’s disease is a specialty
requiring specific skills and an
attitude that contributes to the
well being of both the caregiver
and the person with the disease.
This program enables caregivers
to develop a sense of control and
mastery within the caregiving
role. Most people involved in
care do it out of family love
and obligation but have no
training in how to effectively
handle the challenges of this
enormous job. Savvy Caregiving
comes complete with a caregiver
manual and CD-ROM to help
participants learn the critical tasks
in caregiving.
Programs in the Metro Denver
area are sponsored in part by
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FAMILY RESOURCE PROGRAMS
Awareness and General Information The Basic’s of Alzheimer’s Disease Meeting The Challenges of Caregiving
Alamosa
(Each Program is Color Coded. See Pages 10 & 11 for Program Description)
Register online at: alzrockymtn/eventcalendar.asp
A Medical and Research Overview
Friday, January 14 - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Sacred Heart Church, Fireplace Room (near the Gym),
715 4 th Street
Dr. Paul Bell, PhD, Professor of Psychology at CSU-
Fort Collins, will provide an update on the most current
Alzheimer’s research and information.
Registration required, call 719-544-5720 or email
Barbara.caudle@alz.org
Aspen
Caregiving Techniques
Tuesday, January 18 - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Aspen County Senior Services, 0275 Castle Creek Rd
Learn how to assess the level of dementia and develop
meaningful activities for your loved one. Family and
professional caregivers invited. Lunch provided. No
charge, but donations gratefully accepted.
Registration required: call 970 256-1274 or email
annie.smyth@alz.org. Limited space available.
Brush
Getting Started: When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer’s
Tuesday, February 15 - 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
(See page 10 for program description)
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center, 122 Hospital Road
Reservations required: call 970 392-9202, or email
bonnie.wacker@alz.org.
Canyon City
A Medical and Research Overview
Friday, February 4 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Parlor, 515 Fairview
Dr. Paul Bell, PhD, Professor of Psychology at CSU-
Fort Collins, will provide an update on the most current
Alzheimer’s research and information.
Registration required, call 719-544-5720 or email
Barbara.caudle@alz.org
Colorado Springs
Self Care for Caregivers
Friday, January 14 - 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Union Medical Campus, 1633 Medical Center Point,
Suite 253
Patty Lee, Licensed Professional Counselor will help
caregivers learn practical ways to care for themselves while
caring for another. Enjoy discussion and guided visual
imagery to promote relaxation. Caregivers only, please.
Registration required, call 719 266-8773 or email
susan.toth@alz.org. Limited space available.
Feed Your Brain
Saturday, February 15 - 9:30 am
1 st Lutheran Church, 1515 North Cascade (entrance in alley)
There is new evidence that suggests that we can manage
certain risk factors and maintain optimal brain functions.
Edie Wogaman, co-author of Handbook to Health with
Menus & Recipes will discuss basic guidelines on a
healthy diet. Edie will discuss organic vs. non organic
foods; drinking water; enzymes; food combinations;
vitamins, high-stress vs. low-stress foods, etc. Healthy
snacks provided.
Registration required, call 719 266-8773 or email
susan.toth@alz.org.

Orientation to Early Alzheimer’s
Thursday, March 10 - 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Colorado Springs Senior Center, 1514 North Hancock
(See page 10 for program description)
Registration required, call 719 266-8773 or email
susan.toth@alz.org.
Early Stage Strategy Series
Thursdays, March 17, 24, & 31 - 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Colorado Springs Senior Center, 1514 North Hancock
(See page 10 for program description)
Suggested donation $25.00. Registration required, call
719 266-8773 or email susan.toth@alz.org.
Denver
Denver Metro Programs, unless otherwise indicated,
are offered at Alzheimer’s Association Office, 455
Sherman Street, Suite 500, Denver. Registration is
required: call 303 813-1669 or 888 535-3241, or email
patricia.holley@alz.org.
All About Alzheimer’s
Thursday, January 20, February 17, March 17 - 12:00
noon to 1:30 pm
(See page 10 for program description)
Savvy Caregiver
Thursday, January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24 - 6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
(See page 11 for program description)
SOS for Long Distance Caregivers: Support for Our
Situation
Tuesday, January 25 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
This support /focused discussion group will touch on
topics that are relevant to the long distance caregiver.
The topic for January will be “Getting the Medical
Information You Need”. The group will meet quarterly
in April, August, and November.
Finance 101 for Caregivers
Wednesday, February 2 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
This workshop is for caregivers who need to take over the
family’s finances but don’t know where to start. Learn to
take charge in organizing and setting up systems. The goal
is to build confidence.
Orientation to Early Alzheimer’s
Saturday, February 5 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
March TBA
(See page 10 for program information)
Registration required: call 303 813-1669 or email
marcia.reish@alz.org.
Selecting a Care Community
Tuesday, February 8 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
This three-hour seminar provides families with important
tips on how to select a care community for their family
member.
Getting Started: When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer’s
Saturday, February 12 - 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
(See page 10 for program description)
Late Stage Discussion Series
Tuesday, February 15 – 10:00am to 11:30am
What is Late Stage?
Tuesday, March 15 – 10:00am to 11:30am
Enhancing Communication
This series is for caregivers providing care for people in
the middle to late stages of dementia. Additional dates are
April 26 and May 24.
The Caring Touch: Meeting the Physical Needs of
Alzheimer’s
Monday, February 28 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
This workshop provides information on physical care
needs of a person with Alzheimer’s. This is helpful for
both caregivers providing care at home and those who are
advocating for their family member who is residing in a
care community.
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Awareness and General Information The Basic’s of Alzheimer’s Disease Meeting The Challenges of Caregiving
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Early Stage Strategy Series
Mondays, March 7, 14 and 21
(Each Program is Color Coded. See Pages 10 & 11 for Program Description)
Register online at: alzrockymtn/eventcalendar.asp
(See page 10 for program information)
Suggested donation $25 per family. Registration required:
call 303 813-1669 or email marcia.reish@alz.org.
Caregiver Coping Skills: Behaviors and Communication
Techniques
Tuesday, March 1 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Learn practical tips and strategies to enhance your care
giving skills.
Moving Forward: Grieving the Losses of Alzheimer’s
Disease
Tuesday, March 8 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Learn about a healthy grieving process, and tools to
manage grief during Alzheimer’s disease.
Partnering With Your Doctor: A Workshop for Persons
with Memory Problems and Their Care Partner
Boulder: Thursday, March 3 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
East Boulder Senior Center, 5660 Sioux Drive, Boulder
Denver: Thursday, March 10 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Learn how working closely with your doctor can improve
your healthcare. This class focuses on practical tips and
tools to get the best results from each doctor visit.
Paying for Long-Term Care
Tuesday, March 15 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Participants will learn about advanced directives, and how
to finance long-term care for a person with dementia.
Ask the Doctor: Medications and Dementia
Saturday, March 19 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
This is your chance to ask the medication questions that
have you perplexed: what anti-depressant is best for a
person with dementia? Are there medications to help with
behaviors? A specialist will be here to provide answers.
Long Distance Care giving and Dementia
Thursday, March 24 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Highlands Ranch Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd.,
Highlands Ranch CO 80129
Learn practical tips to help care for a family member with
Alzheimer’s disease who lives at a distance from you. Get
distant family members involved in caring for the person
with Alzheimer’s by sharing these tips.
What’s New in Research?
Thursday, March 31 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Burleen Hewitt from the University of Colorado Health
Sciences Center will share information on new research
trials and discuss the specifics of becoming involved.
Durango
Selecting a Care Community
Wednesday January 19 - Noon to 1:30 pm
Durango Mall, Community Room
800 South Camino Del Rio
Registration required, call 970-259-0122, or email
elaine.stumpo@alz.org
Orientation to Early Alzheimer’s
Thursday February 17 - Noon to 1:30 pm
Durango Mall, Community Room
800 South Camino Del Rio
(See page 10 for program description)
Registration required, call 970-259-0122, or email
elaine.stumpo@alz.org
All about Alzheimer’s
Tuesday March 1 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Durango Mall, Community Room
800 South Camino Del Rio
(See page 10 for program description)
Registration required, call 970-259-0122, or email
elaine.stumpo@alz.org

Evans
Caregiver Wellness
Saturday, January 15 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association Office, 3001 8 th Avenue
Reservations required: call 970 392-9202, or email
bonnie.wacker@alz.org.
All About Alzheimer’s
Saturday, March 12 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association Office, 3001 8 th Avenue
(See page 10 for program information)
Reservations required: call 970 392-9202, or email
bonnie.wacker@alz.org.
Fort Collins
Humor and Care giving: (It’s Okay to Laugh Even When
It’s Not So Funny)
Saturday, January 29 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree
What can decrease stress, reduce tension, promote wellness
and increase our effectiveness as caregivers? It’s humor!
Join us for a look at the benefits of maintaining and
embracing our sense of humor as caregivers.
Registration required: call 970 472-9798 or email
laury.dennis@alz.org.
Orientation to Early Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association, 415 Peterson Street
Monday, March 7 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
(See page 10 for program information)
Registration required: call 970 472-9798 or email
laury.dennis@alz.org.
Popcorn and a Movie: Alzheimer’s Disease,
Hollywood vs. Reality
Saturday, March 26 - 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree
Join us for a viewing of The Notebook followed by a
discussion about our reality as caregivers and how that role
is portrayed in movies. How are they the same?
How are they different?
Registration required: call 970 472-9798 or email
laury.dennis@alz.org.
Glenwood Springs
Caregiving Techniques
Wednesday, February 23 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Valley View Medical Building
Learn how to assess the level of dementia and develop
meaningful activities for your loved one. Family and
professional caregivers invited. Desserts and refreshments
provided. Sponsored by Glenwood Medical Associates.
Registration required: call 970 256-1274 or email
annie.smyth@alz.org. Limited space available.
Loveland
Savvy Caregiver
Wednesday, March 9, 16, & 24 - 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Loveland Good Samaritan Village, 2101 South Garfield
(See page 11 for program information)
Attendance at all sessions is required.
Montrose
Managing Difficult Behaviors
Thursday, February 3 - 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Montrose Memorial Hospital, 800 South 3 rd
Traditional and non-traditional approaches to managing
behaviors will be discussed. The general public, family
and professional caregivers are invited to attend. Guest
speaker: Dr. Eugene E. Dawson, Jr. PhD, LCSW.
Registration required: call 970 256-1274 or email
annie.smyth@alz.org. Limited space available.
Pueblo
All About Alzheimer’s
Saturday, January 22 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association Office, 1157 West Abriendo
(See page 10 for program information)
Registration or information: call 719 544-5720 or email
barbara.caudle@alz.org.
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Awareness and General Information The Basic’s of Alzheimer’s Disease Meeting The Challenges of Caregiving
Memory Café
Tuesday, February 8 - 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Senior Resource Development Agency,
230 North Union, First Floor
Local Sponsor: Belmont Senior Care
(Each Program is Color Coded. See Pages 10 & 11 for Program Description)
A social gathering for caregivers, family members, and
people with early-stage Alzheimer’s or memory loss.
Registration or information: call 719 544-5720 or
email barbara.caudle@alz.org.
Early Stage Orientation
Saturday, February 12 - 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association Office, 1157 West Abriendo
(See page 10 for program information)
Registration or information: call 719 544-5720 or
email barbara.caudle@alz.org.
Register online at: alzrockymtn/eventcalendar.asp
Salida
All About Alzheimer’s
Friday, February 18 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Salida Regional Library, 405 “E” Street
(See page 10 for program description)
Registration required, call 719-544-5720 or email
barbara.caudle@alz.org
Trinidad
The Savvy Caregiver Program
Friday, March 4 - 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
H.R. Sayre Senior Center, 1222 San Pedro
(See page 11 for program description)
Registration deadline Tuesday March 1:
call 719 544-5720 or email barbara.caudle@alz.org

L to R: Leslie Klane, Bob Jones, Linda Mitchell,
Petra Sertic
The Alzheimer’s Association is
offering a unique program for those
with early stage memory loss, their
caregivers, family, and friends.
The Memory Café, the program
provides a café setting for people
with early-stage memory loss and
their caregivers to socialize and
to get support from professionals
regarding issues about memory
loss. There are an estimated 62,000
people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
Life Care Centers of America
has partnered with the Alzheimer’s Association since the �rst Memory Walk
in 1990. At a celebration luncheon held on November 17, 2004, Life Care
Centers of America presented the Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter
with the largest donation in this 14 year history -- $106,310.39
disease in Colorado and another
124,000 people providing their
care. Seven out of 10 people with
Alzheimer’s disease live at home.
The goal of the Memory Café is to
provide much needed socialization
in the lives of families affected by
Alzheimer’s disease.
“This is a wonderful way to reach
families and caregivers who may not
be comfortable coming to a class,”
said Linda Mitchell, president & CEO
Thursday, February 10
6:00 to 8:00pm
The Village at Christian
Living Campus
5000 East Arapahoe,Centennial
RSVP 303-813-1669
Valentine theme
of the Alzheimer’s Association, “but
who may appreciate getting support,
interaction and information in a
relaxed social setting right in their
own neighborhood.”
It’s been found that by providing
an informal, social setting, taboos
surrounding the disease are
diminished. We hope families will
come visit us.
NEW !! Living Legacy – Denver Metro area
This new program matches a trained, volunteer interviewer with a person with dementia to record their life stories. The
information is transcribed into a keepsake booklet for families to treasure. Feel gratified in helping craft a legacy that will
last for generations. If interested – contact Sharon in the Denver office at 303-813-1669
Living Legacy Volunteer Training
January 13th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at 455 Sherman St. 500. RSVP at 303-813-1669 by January 11.
Seeking volunteers interested in interviewing people with dementia to obtain their life stories. From a taped interview,
you’ll transcribe the stories into booklet form. It makes a wonderful legacy for the families.
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Memory Walk
Memory Walk
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A Big Thank You
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all participants
and supporters of this year’s Colorado Memory Walk.
With your help a record $937,000 was raised!
At 17 walk sites, a record number of walkers came together to support 62,000 Coloradoans living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Memory Walk is our largest fundraising event and helps raise awareness about Alzheimer’s. Funds raised help to increase our
services and programs statewide and enable us to reach even more of those in need of our support.
Thank you to our Teams and Team Captains! Many of you held fundraising events throughout the year and the effort you
gave to Memory Walk speaks of your dedication. Team captains will be receiving periodical Memory Walk updates. Call us
to be included in these mailings.
Thank you to our Memory Walk sponsors. In addition to your �nancial support, many teamed up and joined us at our
walks. We are especially grateful for the outstanding support from our Statewide Presenting Sponsors, Life Care Centers of
America and Life Care at Home. Life Care Centers of America has been with us from our �rst Memory Walk in 1989.
Online registration was a huge success! Many of you used coloradomemorywalk.org to communicate with your team
and to send emails across the country. Contributions came from the Virgin Islands, Mexico, and Europe. Watch for new
user-friendly improvements to the website next year.
Media sponsors help spread the word. We’d like to thank all the local media sponsors for supporting our cause. Special
thanks to CBS 4 - our TV partner, for being instrumental in publicizing Memory Walk across the state.
Jake Plummer, Quarterback,Denver Broncos and the Jake Plummer Foundation. The Jake Plummer Foundation has made
the Alzheimer’s Association one of the local non-pro�ts they support. We thank Jake Plummer for supporting our Chapter
and are proud to have such a wonderful advocate for our cause.

National Sponsors
Creative Memories
Genworth Financial
Statewide Presenting Sponsors
Life Care Centers of America
Life Care at Home
Statewide Sponsor
CBS4
Denver Sponsors
KYGO 98.5
WellsFargo
Evercare
Olinger Dignity
Bellco Credit Union
Janssen Pharmaceutica
Sunrise Senior Living
Two Men and a Truck
Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Eisai Pfizer
CMD Professional Provide Network LLC
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Senior Care ofColorado
Coors Brewing Company
Colorado Springs
Wal-Mart
Namaste Alzheimer Center
Cypress Court
Sunrise Senior Living
Ford Company
Colorado Springs Utilities
Fraternal Order of Eagles #143
Fraternal Order of Eagles #3260
Memorial Hospital
Penrose St Francis Health Services
Mariner Healthcare
Maxim Health Services
G.E. Johnson
Interim
Tighe and Associaties
Northrop Grumman
LaPlata Investments
Atmel
Bark Alley Bakery
Veterinary Specialists of Southern
Colorado
American Furniture Warehouse
News First Channels 5/30
The Gazette
Clear Channel
Southern Colorado
Presenting Sponsors
News First 5/30
Ron and Mary Stepien
Goodrich
Brakes Plus
In addition to their loyal sponsorship of Memory Walk, Life
Care Centers of America employees form strong Memory
Walk teams year after year.
We look forward
to seeing all of you
again next year.
First National Bank
Loaf and Jug
Minnequa MediCenter
Sarmar Village
Westwind Campus of Care
St.Mary Corwin Medical Center
Marzolf Nissan-Subaru
Pueblo Extended Care
Speaker’s Iron and Metal
Pueblo Dodge and Pueblo Toyota
Jones-Healy Realtors
Pueblo County
Fort Collins
First National Bank
Poudre Valley Hospital Foundation
Blue Grouse Health Care
Columbine Health Systems
BRONZE SPONSORS
City of Fort Collins Fort Fund
Sutherland Family Foundation
Hospice of LarimerCounty
Eisai Inc. & Pfizer
Loveland
First National Bank
Poudre Valley Hospital Foundation
Columbine Health Systems
Loveland Good Samaritan
Grand Junction
Aspen Ridge
Eisai/Pfizer
FCI Constructors
La Villa Grande*
WellsFargo
Volunteers of America- Heritage Homes*
Forest Pharmaceuticals
Callahan-Edfast Mortuary
Grand Villa Assisted Living
Palisade Living Center*
City Market
Hilltop
Rocky Mountain Health Plans
Colorado Printing
Grand Mesa Medical
Montrose
Aspen Ridge
Volunteers of America- The Homestead
FCI Constructors
Eisai/Pfizer
Altrusa International Inc.
Glenwood Springs
Aspen Ridge
Wal-Mart Foundation
Eisai/Pfizer
Rifle State Nursing Home
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Listings by County
If someone you love is
suffering from Alzheimer’s
disease, there is something
you can do to help them
and yourself. Plan to visit
an Alzheimer’s Association
Support Group this month.
There are no costs or
commitments to attend
regularly, just a family of
friends who care.
All groups meet once a
month according to the
day, time and location as
listed. Due to occasional
changes in schedules,
you are encouraged
to directly contact the
group facilitator, or you
may call 1-800-864-4404
or 303-813-1669 for
additional information.
The Alzheimer’s Association
requests that service
providers, students and
product representatives
refrain from attending
support groups sponsored
by the Association. The
purpose of the support
group is for family members
to share with one another in
a confidential setting.
Adams County
Brighton
Brighton Senior Center
575 Bush Street
Arlene Peterson 303-426-4408
2nd & 4th Thursdays 10:00 am
Federal Heights
2000 West 92nd Avenue
Holiday Hills Mobile Home Park
Pat Marty 303-288-7152
Judy Coet 303-452-3199
4th Saturday 1:00 pm
Thornton
8451 Pearl Street
North Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
Deanna Olson 303-286-5097
2nd Tuesday 10:00 am
Alamosa County
Alamosa
Evergreen Nursing Home
1991 Carroll
Gerald Gallegos
719-589-4951
3rd Thursday 9:30 am
Arapahoe County
Aurora
11901 East Mississippi Ave
Wellspring
Gale Nichter,LCSW 303-337-6130
(Supervised care available by appointment)
ADULT CHILDREN’S GROUP
1st Wednesday 7:00 pm
Aurora
1600 South Potomac
Garden Terrace
Sharon Schlutthauer 303-627-6001
(Supervised care available)
1st Thursday 1:00 pm
Englewood
First Plymouth Congregational Church
3501 S. Colorado Blvd.
Larry Barret 303-795-6336
Carl Sperry 303-798-5289
MEN’S GROUP (South)
Kelvin Kreymborg 303-399-9173
3rd Tuesday 12:00 noon
Englewood
Julia Temple
3401 S. Lafayette
Maureen Wells 303-713-0607
Erin Turick 303-733-4793
3rd Wednesday 7:00 pm
Littleton
1500 W. Mineral Ave.
Life Care Center of Littleton
Carole Bromgard & Bobbi Sheffield
303-763-8623
2nd Wednesday 7:00 pm
Centennial
5975 S. Holly St.
Sunrise Assisted Living at Orchard
Sue Rosser 303-796-7643
Clarice DeWitt 303-694-4591
Holly Ebach 303-751-9295
3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm
Archuleta County
Pagosa Springs
119 Bastille Drive
Pine Ridge Extended Care Center
Ernie Garcia 970-731-4330
Last Monday 12:00 noon
Bent County
Las Animas
810 3rd Street
Bent County Health Care Center
Candace Zamora 719-456-1340
2nd Wednesday 12:00 noon
Boulder County
Boulder
5660 Sioux Drive
East Boulder Senior Center
Anne Reyes 720-562-4470
1st Thursday 12:00 noon
Boulder
Sunrise Assisted Living
3955 28th Street
Claudia Piskopus 720-406-1000
2nd Thursday 6:30 pm
Longmont
910 Long’s Peak Avenue
Longmont Senior Center
Kim Yuskis 303-651-8414
2nd Tuesday 12:00 noon

Louisville
900 W. Via Appia
Louisville Senior Center
Selena Jaramillo 303-335-4919
Lorna Beard 303-665-9052
2nd Thursday 6:00 pm
Broomfield County
Broomfield
12975 Sheridan Blvd
Broomfield Nursing Ctr
Heidi Vendegna 303-785-5834
3rd Wednesday 6:45 pm
Chaffee County
Salida
Call for support and information
Sally Kennett 719-539-3341
Delta County
Cedaredge
110 S.E. Jay Avenue
Grand Mesa Southern Baptist Church
Karen Coble 970-835-3113
2nd Monday 10:00 am
Paonia
Paonia Care and Rehab Center
1625 Meadowbrook Blvd
Maxine Wilson 970-527-4837
3rd Wednesday 6:00 pm
Denver County
Denver
2950 South University Blvd
Room #215 (use southwest doors)
Christ Episcopal Church
June Early 303-781-2320
Carol Matthews 303-512-0220
2nd Monday 1:00 pm
Denver
Call for confidential support
& information
Ryan Kennedy 303-399-9988
GAY AND LESBIAN
CAREGIVERS
Denver
4200 East 8th Avenue
west entrance, 2nd floor
Colorado Psychiatric Hospital
Arlene Wright 303-632-0348
Terencia Beauvais-Nikl 303-985-2440
David Arciniegas, MD 303-315-0845
FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA
3rd Tuesday 4:30 pm
Denver
8405 West Alameda Ave
Total Longterm Care, Cody Center
Nelly Diaz 303-894-0144
SPANISH-ENGLISH GROUP
3rd Thursday 1:30 pm
Denver
2830 Lawrence Street
Centro San Juan Diego
Eve Halterman Valdes 303-813-1669
SPANISH ONLY GROUP
3rd Saturday 10:00 am
Denver/East
9600 East Alameda Avenue
Windsor Gardens, Aspen Room
Lorraine Adams 303-756-8090
4th Monday 7:00 pm
Denver
455 Sherman St., #500
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Connie Torres and Louise Mosley
303-722-6158
LATER STAGE CAREGIVER
GROUP
4th Tuesday 1:00 pm
Denver
2180 South University Boulevard
University Park Methodist Church
Susan Cseresnyes 303-722-0623
4th Saturday 10:00 am
Denver
455 Sherman St., #500
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Sharon Ramel 303-813-1669
DOWN SYNDROME/
ALZHEIMER’S GROUP
3rd Friday/alternate months 9:30 am
Douglas County
Castle Rock
615 4th Street
Christ Episcopal Church
Emma Hewitt Schramm 303-688-4993
1st Tuesday 7:00 pm
Highlands Ranch
9160 S. University Blvd
Alterra ClareBridge
John Breya 303-761-0075
Christine Hendricks 303-683-2555
2nd Saturday 10:00 am
El Paso County
Calhan
583Denver Avenue
United Methodist Church
Sandy Clarke 719-266-8773
3rd Monday 7:00 pm
Colorado Springs
290 E. Woodmen Valley Road, Rm 136
Woodmen Valley Community Center
(Woodmen Valley Chapel Campus)
Myrna Oviatt
2nd Tuesday 6:30 pm
Colorado Springs
1524 North Tejon
1st Lutheran Church, Luther Hall
Susan Toth & Mary Anne Cooper
719-266-8773
2nd Tuesday 1:30 pm
Colorado Springs
219 East Bijou, Room 431
First Presbyterian Church
Paula Doughty 719-266-8773
2nd Thursday 7:00 pm
Colorado Springs
2105 University Park Blvd
Sunrise Assisted Living at University Park
Gloria Sojourner 719-266-8773
3rd Tuesday 6:30 pm
Colorado Springs
2215 North Cascade Ave.
Penrose Cancer Center, Room A
Susan Toth 719-266-8773
ADULTS WITH AGING PARENTS
4th Monday 6:30 pm
Colorado Springs
1685 South 21st Street
Brighton Gardens
Pat Hardeman 719-266-8773
FAMILY CAREGIVERS
(Respite care available with $5 donation)
1st Wednesday 1:30 pm
Colorado Springs
Early and Late Stage Support Groups
are available.
Call Susan Toth 719-266-8773
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Listings by County
Fremont County
Canon City
515 Fairview
Skyline Ridge
(Respite care available by reservation)
Michaelene Jacobs & Dawn McDermott
719-275-0665
3rd Wednesday 3:00 pm
Florence
903 Moore Drive
Colo. State Veteran’s Nursing Home
Toni Rubio or Andrea Kottenstette
719-784-6331
3rd Thursday 1:30 pm
Garfield County
Carbondale
1200 Village Road
Heritage Park Care Center
Gloria Miller 970-963-1500
2nd Wednesday 6:30 pm
Glenwood Springs
2305 Blake Avenue
Glen Valley Care Center
Ken Most
970-945-5476
1st Thursday 6:30 pm
Rifle
851 East 5th Street
Colo State Veterans Adm Nursing Home
Janet Elkins 970-876-2790
3rd Monday 7:00 pm
Parachute
0072 E. Sipprelle Dr.
Mesa Vista Assisted Living
Helen McLay 970-285-1844
2nd Tuesday 7:00 pm
Gunnison County
Gunnison
225 North Pine
Family Services Conference Room
Karin Stewart 970-641-7984
4th Monday 5:00 pm
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Huerfano County
Walsenburg
10th & Russell
Senior Center
Bryan Ortiz 719-738-2750
Deb Schmukal 800-645-8387
3rd Wednesday 1:30 pm
Jefferson County
Arvada
12805 W 65th Way
Nightingale Lane
Kelli Mosley 303-424-8777
3rd Monday 6:30 pm
Arvada
6750 Carr Street
Arvada United Methodist Church
Jean Almquist 303-422-3029
4th Friday 9:00 am
Evergreen
5300 South Olive Road
Evergreen Recreation Center
Dick Page 720-289-1943
Harriet Sear 303-674-4146
3rd Thursday 6:30 pm
Lakewood
8210 West 10th Avenue
First Presbyterian Church of Lakewood
(supervised care available)
RSVP 2 days in advance
Michelle Nelson 303-429-9750
Linda Oberg 720-963-0563
1st Saturday 1:00 pm
Lakewood
8383 West Alameda, Mimosa Room
Kaiser Permanente
Sue Petrovski 303-237-8726
4th Tuesday 10:00 am
Wheat Ridge
3227 Chase Street DayBreak
Tom Reiter 303-894-0144
MEN’S GROUP
(Northwest) (supervised care available)
2nd Thursday 12:00 noon
Kit Carson County
Burlington
233 S. 9th
The Legacy A.L.
Kathie Meyers 719-346-8396
4th Tuesday 7:00 pm
La Plata County
Durango
2500 Main Avenue
La Plata County Fairgrounds
Extension Building, First Floor Animas Room
Elaine Stumpo 970-259-0122
4th Thursday 7:00 pm
Durango
2429 Main Avenue
Durango/La Plata Senior Center
Elaine Stumpo 970-259-0122
3rd Thursdays 3:30 pm
Larimer County
Estes Park
1509 Fish Hatchery Road
United Methodist Church
call for info 970-472-9798
3rd Tuesday 10:00 am
Ft. Collins
415 Peterson Street
Alzheimer’s Assoc Office
Pam Lewis 970-498-0781
SPOUSE’S GROUP
2nd & 4th Tuesday 10:00 am
Ft. Collins
415 Peterson Street
Alzheimer’s Assoc Office
Yvonne Myerss 970-482-0198
2nd GENERATION GROUP
3rd Wednesday 7:00 pm
Loveland
6th & Grant
1st United Methodist Church
Gail Bosch 970-613-1159
Dolores Pancost 303-682-0305
1st Wednesday 10:00 am
Loveland
2000 North Lincoln Ave.
1st Christian Church
Judith McIntosh 970-669-7069
3rd Thursday 9:00am

Las Animas
Trinidad
New Group Forming
Mike DiPaola 719-845-1133
Logan County
Sterling
615 Fairhurst
Sterling Regional Medical Ctr
Cynthia Mills 970-526-7901
1st Tuesday 1:30 pm
Mesa County
Grand Junction
Mesa Mall Community Room
(between Pennys and Mervyns)
Pat Garland 970-242-5866
1st Thursday 1:00 pm
Grand Junction
30 Rd & Patterson
Crossroads United Methodist Church
Carolyn Lee Pacheco 970-234-4498
3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm
Grand Junction
625 271⁄2 Road
The Commons
Jean Rose 970-241-8453
Last Wednesday 9:00 am
Moffat County
Craig
633 Ledford Street
Senior Center
Regina Grinolds 970-824-3985
3rd Thursday 10:00 am
Montezuma County
Cortez
1206 North Mildred
Vista Mesa Assisted Living
Linda Malinsky 970-564-1888
3rd Wednesday 7:00 pm
Montrose County
Montrose
1401 South Cascade
Valley Manor Care Center
Sandy Roberts 970-249-9634
2nd Thursday 6:00 pm
Morgan County
Brush
122 Hospital Road
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center
RSVP (lunch)
Tammy Thiel 970-842-2861
3rd Monday 11:30 am
Fort Morgan
1100 Linda Street
Hillcrest Apartments
Bonnie Wacker 970-392-9202
2nd Monday 6:30 pm
Otero County
Rocky Ford
900 512 th
Pioneer Health Center
Renetta Reyes 719-254-3314
2nd Saturday 2:00 pm
Pitkin County
Aspen
0275 Castle Creek Road
Pitkin County Senior Center
Rita Cohen, RN 970-923-2560
1st Wednesday 7:30 pm
Prowers County
Holly
Call for Information & Support
Anita Brodecky 719-537-6555
Pueblo County
Pueblo
1157 West Abriendo
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Barb Caudle 719-544-5720
3rd Thursday 9:00 am
Pueblo
1157 West Abriendo
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Barb Caudle 719-544-5720
2nd Tuesdays 6:30 pm
Routt County
Steamboat Springs
940 Central Park Place
Yampa Valley Medical Center
(VNA Lounge)
Barbara Bronner, LCSW 970-879-8942
3rd Tuesday 1:30 pm
Sedgewick County
Julesburg
901 Cedar Street
Sedgewick Cnty Nursing Home
Marilyn Beckler 970-474-3323
Last Tuesday 1:30 pm
Summit County
Frisco
0151 Peak One Blvd/Main Office
Summit County Community
& Senor Center
Beth Koran 970-668-2940
Teller County
Woodland Park
312 North Center Street
Woodland Park Senior Center
Susan Toth 719-266-8773
1st Tuesday 3:00 pm
Weld County
Evans
3001 8th Ave.
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Jennifer Peterson 970-353-3370
Bonnie Wacker 970-392-9202
ADULT CHILDREN’S GROUP
2nd Thursday 7:00 pm
Evans
3001 8th Ave.
Alzheimer’s Assoc. Office
Virginia Schmidt 970-304-0974
SPOUSES GROUP
4th Tuesday 9:30 am
Yuma County
Wray
360 Canyon Ridge Road
Hillcrest Care Center
Don Crow &
Stephen Brethauer 970-332-4555
3rd Thursday 7:30 pm
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Support Groups

Alzheimer’s Learning Institute
Alzheimer’s Learning Institute
As the number of people with dementia continues to rise at an alarming rate,
so are families seeking help from professional caregivers. The Institute trains
professional caregivers for this demanding profession giving them the necessary
tools to provide quality care for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
Why the Alzheimer’s Learning Institute?
The Faculty are experts in dementia care with an average of ten years
experience in their field. They provide practical, how-to approaches critical to
quality dementia care.
Session Locations
The Learning Institute offers courses statewide. Onsite training is also offered.
Job Satisfaction
In a 2004 survey, 81% of all supervisors agreed that their staff’s confidence and
job satisfaction improved greatly after attending classes.
Who Should Attend?
Alzheimer’s care coordinators, administrators, nurses, social workers,
occupational and physical therapists, CNAs, activity professionals, clergy,
home care providers, hospice workers and others who work in the field of
Alzheimer’s care.
Certificate in Dementia Care
Upon completion of 32 hours of course work, participants will receive a
Certificate in Dementia Care from the Alzheimer’s Association.
Core Courses - Required to complete your 32-hour Certificate
Communication: A meeting of the minds or of the hearts?
Practice successful methods of communicating with people in all stages of dementia.
Fort Collins Thursday, January 13 9-12pm
Colorado Springs Wednesday, February 9 1-4pm
Denver Wednesday, March 9 9-12pm
Behaviors: Responding to reality or perceptions?
Participants will learn how to assess and respond to behaviors exhibited by individuals with dementia.
Denver Tuesday, January 18 1-4pm
Greeley Friday, February 4 9-12pm
Colorado Springs Wednesday, February 9 9-12pm
Teamwork in the Dementia Care Setting
Identify your team responsibilities and how to be an effective team member in a dementia care setting.
Denver Tuesday, March 15 1-4pm
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Locations
Colorado Springs
Cypress Court
2850 N. Accademy Blvd.
Denver
Alzheimer’s Association
455 Sherman St., Ste. 500
Ft. Collins
Harmony Presbyterian Church
400 Boardwalk
Greeley
Alzheimer’s Association
3001 8 th Ave • Evans, CO
Pueblo
AARP–Pueblo Mall
3565 Dillon Dr.

Electives
Family Interactions
Through case scenarios and role play, participants will practice techniques for interacting with families.
Denver Friday, January 14 9-12pm
Assessment & Documentation
Participants will hone their documentation skills by reviewing techniques to assess whether their program is appropriate
for a specific individual.
Pueblo Friday, January 14 1-4pm
Sexuality and Dementia
Explore the intimate needs of individuals with dementia and identify interventions that promote respect and
dignity.
Denver Tuesday, February 1 1-4pm
Training Dementia Care Staff
Learn how to design and implement effective staff trainings.
Pueblo Friday, January 14 9-12pm
Denver Friday, March 4 9-12pm
Late Stage Dementia Care
Participants will identify the special needs, examine the barriers and explore solutions for caring for individuals in the later
stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
Fort Collins Thursday, March 31 9-12pm
Death, Dying, and Dementia
Learn how to care for people with dementia in their final stages of life. This class will include tips on how to integrate
comfort care into a resident’s daily care plan and how to assess for hospice in late stage dementia.
Pueblo Friday, March 11 1-4pm
More Behaviors
Experiencing aggressive behaviors when bathing residents? Are clients wandering? Practice techniques and share problem
solving ideas with other participants. This class is a follow-up to the core behavior class.
Denver Wednesday, February 23 9-12pm
Pueblo Friday, March 11 9-12pm
Activities
Discover how to incorporate activities into the daily lives of people with dementia.
Denver Thursday, January 27 9-12pm
NEW CLASS!
Validation Therapy
Validation is a way of caring for and connecting with people with Alzheimer’s Disease. Participants will learn how
to increase dignity and quality of life for the elderly with dementia and how to reduce frustration for caregivers.
Denver Thursday, February 10 9-12pm
Important information:
• Cost: $35.00/class unless otherwise noted.
• Registration is required for all classes 48 hours in
advance.
For registration forms and information call Amelia
Grundy at 303-813-1669 or 800-864-4404 or email:
amelia.grundy@alz.org
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Alzheimer’s Learning Institute

Volunteer
Denver:
John Breyel
Karleen Broadwater
Heather Bobo
Kelley Dallas
Nancy Gilbert
Amy Heyen
Jill Kregstein
Pat Moyer
Liz O’Mally
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The Alzheimer’s Association would like to recognize the very special volunteers who
consistently devote their time to help our organization run smoothly. We couldn’t manage
without these fantastic team players.
The Denver office is fortunate to have these volunteers
come weekly; they are administrative assistants, Dennis
Fitzpatrick, Heinke Reitzig, Su Coursen, Bill Lewis,
Debbie Nigbor, Jack Markey, Liz O’Malley, and Barb
Turano.
In Greeley, Connie Clark helps with the Sterling Memory
Walk, one of three walks in that region. She helps find
sponsors and is a Team Captain. She does it for her dad
who had Alzheimer’s and her mom.
Jill Suazo in Pueblo volunteers weekly doing accounting
projects as well as assisting with special events. She
postponed her vacation to work Memory Walk!
Colorado Springs volunteer Sandy Clarke has devoted
the last 10 years to Memory Walk. Kim Gunderson,
media work, Wanda Johnson, volunteer coordinator, John
New Volunteers August - October
Jennifer Pool-Radway
Carol Reagan
Peggy Redle
Erin Turick
Ida Whitelow-Pandit
Colorado Springs
Helen Armstrong
Mark Dierbeck
Mary Gannon
Make a New Year’s
Resolution to Volunteer!
We invite you to consider helping out at your local
office. Whether you can commit to a few hours a
month or more—we have a perfect job for you. Call us
today, we’ll show you how you can help.
Needed in Denver: Communications designer/carpenter
to design/build signage that attach to a table for fairs.
Call Sharon for explanation- 303-813-1669.
Sarah Ganyard
Darlene Grippo
Darlene Keen
Tammi Lukken
Alfredo Mathers
Cara Monasmith
Karen Moore
Dian Thompson
JoEllyn Todd
Janet VanOstenbridge
Schonewill, logistics and Jerrye Gilmore, photographer, are
all involved year after year.
Cindy Hoff plays an essential role in Fort Collins. She
helps in the office and with Memory Walk. She saw the
devastation of dementia in her physical therapy work. “I
wanted to do more than just wish them well, so I became
involved.”
The Durango office is very fortunate to have a dedicated
volunteer like Ernie Garcia. Ernie not only facilitates a
support group, he also coordinated the first Memory Walk
in Pagosa Springs.
The Grand Junction office greatly appreciates all of their
Memory Walk committee members and volunteers for
participating in the Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction,
and Montrose Memory Walks.
Donna Velasquez
Southern Colorado
Priscilla Nielsen
Candee Villanueva
Diane Winger
Western Slope
Eugene Dawson, PhD,
LCSW
REMINDER:
Kris McChesney
Helen McLay
Dr. Robert Sammons
Fort Collins
Kate Aiello
Pat Smith
New Denver volunteers are asked to attend an
orientation meeting. Learn about the Association
and meet other volunteers.
On-line registration under Programs – Volunteer
General Orientation, or call 303-813-1669.
January 4 at 9:00am or February 3 at 6:00pm

Chairman’s Circle - $10,000
Abigail Sperry and Sarah Mitchell
President’s Circle - $5,000
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barnhill
Dr. Robert Janitschke
Leadership Circle - $1,000
Anonymous (2)
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Dalsaso
Bill and Janis Falkenberg
Richard Fromm and Debra Armbruster
Mr. and Mrs. David W. Harris
Mr. and Mrs. George M. Kaye
Mr. Lance Kendrick
Mr. and Mrs. John Max�eld
Dr. and Mrs. Robert McCartney
Mr. Bill Pederson
Mr. and Mrs. William Peek
Charles and Harriet Sear
Mrs. Susan Stern
Mr. John Wylie Sr.
We will be thrilled . . .
If you and a friend join us for this exciting Colorado Chapter Fundraiser on March 8, 2005
THIS IS YOUR INVITATION!
Be part of our annual luncheon celebration with dedicated friends and community leaders
who appreciate the work we do. It will make you proud to be involved with us.
March 8, 2004 • 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm • Hyatt Regency Downtown • 1750 Welton Street
The Standing By You Fundraising Luncheon is a chance for the Alzheimer’s Association to tell our
story and raise unrestricted funds for our programs. We will start at noon and end
at 1 p.m. While there is no charge, guests will be asked to make a contribution
to the Association at the luncheon’s conclusion. This year’s celebration will recognize
25 years of service to Colorado families. Reservations are required by March 3 rd .
Please call Petra at 303-813-1669.
The Colorado Chapter expresses its deepest gratitude to these individuals who supported the chapter from
July 1, 2004 to September 30, 2004 with a personal gift of $500 or more. Please note that event sponsors are not
included in this listing.
Ambassador’s Circle - $500
Mr. Philip Andreski
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Appel
Mr. Erik D. Bare�eld
Mr. and Mrs. Bonavida
Mr. and Mrs. James Brisnehan
Mr. Larry Brooks Brown Family
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew P. Connolly
Mr. and Mrs. David Dorsey
Mr. William D. Fitzsimons
Ms. Anne George-Matta
Ms. Pamela Humphries
Mrs. Norma Jeffers
Mr. Carl F. Krueger
Mr. David Livingston
Mr. and Mrs. Martin Lukoskie
Mr. Roger Martin
Mr. and Mrs. William Nesbitt
Jim Prugh and Diane Fatheree
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Rhodes
Mr. Gene Rogers
Douglas and Jacqueline Roth
Mrs. Barbara Sandstrom
Mrs. Betty Schallenmuller
Mr. Jerry Selby
Mrs. Jo Shannon
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smith
Col. and Mrs. Rowland D. Smith Jr.
Ms. Phyllis Wilmoth
Mr. Marcelo Wood
Diane and Bill Steen
We are deeply grateful
to all our supporters,
regardless of giving level.
Space limitations make it
impossible for us to
list everyone.
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Development
Meet Annuitant Lois Keller
Lois Keller of El Paso County, Colorado’s 82 years old and contributes to several different
charities. Lois’s core motive for giving to the Alzheimer’s Association is that her late
husband, Col. John C. Keller, had Alzheimer’s disease.
Lois is involved with the Association because she sees both a need and a bene�t. She
and her husband attended many workshops and a support group. It gives Lois pleasure
to introduce her friends to the Association because of the support she and her husband
received during the course of the disease.
Lois recently decided to establish a Charitable Gift Annuity. The Charitable Gift Annuity
helps her save on taxes and gives her income for life. With the income she receives she can
plan special activities with her granddaughter or donate to the Association’s Memorial Fund
or Memories in the Making art program.
Lois is “so happy to be able to help in this way.” The process of establishing an Alzheimer’s
Association Charitable Gift Annuity is easy. For information, please call Doña Dodson at
303/813-1669.
A Plan That Gives You Regular Payments For Life
Today you can help battle Alzheimer’s disease and, at the
same time, provide a measure of �nancial security for your
self or a loved one by establishing a Charitable Gift Annuity.
A Charitable Gift Annuity provides you �xed payments for
life, with the rate of return determined by your age at the
time the annuity is established - a high at 11.3%. It also
allows for signi�cant tax savings.
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But most importantly, though a Charitable Gift Annuity,
you’ll provide a gift to �ght Alzheimer’s and bring us one
step closer to ending this devastating disease. Here’s how it
works for one couple, both 70 years old, who decided to
put $10,000 into a Charitable Gift Annuity. Sam and Patricia
now receive a �xed, partially tax-free quarterly payment of
$147.50 for the rest of their lives.
They also bene�t from a one-time charitable tax deduction
of $1,878, and, because they began their annuity with a gift
of appreciated stock, the capital gains tax due on the sale of
securities was reduced. When both have departed this life,
then and only then, the Alzheimer’s Association will receive
the balance remaining as a gift.
If you feel a Charitable Gift Annuity is the right choice for
you, please call Doña Dodson at 303-813-1669 for your
very own con�dential Personalized Gift Annuity Pro�le,
tailored to the amount you wish to give.
This information in this article is not intended as legal
advice. Figures cited are based on current rates at the time of
printing and are subject to change. Please consult your tax
adviser for accounting and investment advice.

Year End Appeal
If you have not done so already, please renew your commitment to the association by inserting a check into the envelope
included with this newsletter.
$100 Pays for 30 Helpline
information packets for callers in
immediate need
$250 Funds a year’s worth of
support group materials for our
bereavement group
$500 Enables 10 families to register
in the Safe Return Program
$500 Funds an afternoon ALI
training of professional caregivers in
rural Colorado
$1,000 Provides 12 months of
materials for Early Stage classes
$5,000 Underwrites 20 sessions of
Family Options
Double the Amount of your Gift
Administaff
Aetna Foundation, Inc.
Agilent Technologies
American Century
The Arthur J. Gallagher Foundation
AXA Foundation
Ball Corporation
BP Foundation, Inc.
Capital Group Companies
Compaq Matching Gifts Program
Computer Associates
Encana Corporation
EOG Resources, Inc.
First Data Corporation
Gannett Foundation
Gary-Williams Company
Goodrich Foundation
Great West Life
GlaxoSmith Kline Foundation
HP Charitable Giving Program
The Home Depot
ING
Janus
Johnson & Johnson
Kaiser Permanente
Kennecott Energy Company
MidAnerican Energy Foundation
Newmont Mining Corporation
Oppenheimer Funds
Oracle Corporation
Pella Rolscreen Foundation
P�zer Foundation Matching Gifts
$10,000 Provides 10 respite care
grants so caregivers may have the time
to reenergize
$22,500 Funds 3 months of the
Memories in the Making art-intowords
program
$35,000 Supports the 24-hour
Help Line for half the year
Matching gift programs make it easy for individuals to double the amount of their contributions to the Alzheimer’s
Association Colorado Chapter. The companies listed below will match the amount of the employee’s donation when
the employee �lls out the necessary forms. If you are interested please ask the payroll officer in your department how
your gift can be matched. We are grateful to the following companies for making this type of special gift available to the
Alzheimer’s Association.
Principal Life Insurance Company
The Prudential Foundation
Quest Diagnostics
Reader’s Digest Foundation
Safeco
Sapient Corporation
StorageTek
Sun Microsystems Foundation
TCF Financial Corporation
Temple-Inland Foundation
US Bancorp Foundation
Washington Mutual
Xcel Energy Foundation
Yarway Corporation
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Development
Memorial Gifts July 2004 through October 2004
Vernon Adkins
Regina Adolf
Eloise Alcock
Arthur Allen
Sadie Ames
Harold Anderson
Joan Taylor Anderson
Pearl Anderson
Richard Anson
Neeta Arnett
Mary Arrigo
Rose Atkins
Howard L. Baer
LaVerne Bailey
Flora Barnett
Byron Batthauer
Robert Behrent
Tom Bennett
Vivian Bentley
Bernie Bernstein
Edith Bickling
Rita Biglin
Murray Binkley
John Blasick
Marian Blecha
Beatrice Bloom
Rosa C Boatwright
Esther Brewer
Nell Bristol
Allen Broadstreet
Mary Ellen Brown
Velma Brown
David Buck
Cleta Ruth Burnham
Renza Ann
Calcamuggio
Rose Capanna
Rosemarie Caple
Bonnie Carter
Deborah Chastain
Dr. James Chessen
Mack Christie
Jasper Warren Collins
Alta Thomas Cook
Rose Cook
Elmer Cordova
Catherine Coutier
John D Cranor
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Rosa Criss
Lois Currier
Ben Curtis
Hershal Davies
Erma Davis
Max Davis
Joan Denton
Des Desgalier, Jr.
Tony Dispense
Dorothy Dispense
Betty G. Duffner
Floyd Ted Dunmire
Marjorie Eggers
Orville Ellingson
Ethel Essex
John Eveleigh
Reggy Jo Falls
Lytta Farnham
Sarah Fenley
Louie Ferguson
Nora Flynn
Mary Jane Forkner
Jeannette Francen
Helen Franzen
Ellen Evelyn Freehling
Eli Gabriel
Betty Gallagher
Lorraine L. Gallagher
Dorothy Gilbreath
Bud Gill
Ellis Givler
Norbert G. Goldman
Frances Graves
Maurine Gray
Kathleen Green
Robert Gregory
William Griggs
Harold Grimes
June Alberta Groothuis
Pastor Luther Gruver
George Gulespie
Ralf Gulley
Eddie Gustin
Elmer Hamberger
Harvard Hammers
Olive Haning
Judge Hunter
Hardeman
Aunt Hazel
Judith Heese
Dean Heinricy
Thomas Heroux
Loretta Hien
Harriet Hildebrand
Velma Hockman
Lester Hofer
Ben and Mary Hoffman
Dorothy Hoffman
H. Eugene Holcombe
Betty Jean Holden
Riley Howard
Billie Hutchinson
Pat Hynes
Clinton Jeffers
Samuel M. Jeffrey II
Ruth Johnson
Lila Joki
Jimmy Jones
Vivian Inez Jones
Helen Keep
Fred Keller
Max Francis Kennedy
William Kenny
LeRoy King
Rosemary King
Thelma Kingston
Pattie Klessig
Dorothy Knapp
Herb Koehmstedt
Billy Kwikkel
Dorothy Lankford
Ronald Lenhart
Helen Lewis
Lottie Lewis
Leonard Linsey
Penny Lopez Wise
Louise Lyon
Tony Marsh
Myrtle May
Urlin McCartney
Lester McCollum
John McCuskey
William McGaw
Jay Mead
Morton Melnick
Mary Merrill
Gus Meyer
Fred Miller
Joe Mills
Donnie F. Mitchell
Mary Morgan
Patricia Morris
Patricia Mund
Anne Natter
Pat Negri
Belva Newsom
Jack Nichols
Marvin Nissen
Margaret L Nowlen
Barbara Nurnberg
Judy O’Neill
Morey Obodov
Ada Olson
Virginia Olson
Leona Orr
Clay (Pete) A. Orum
Don Peckham
Joyce Pedigo
Pauline Naomi Piccola
Adolph Polowry
Harold Pratt
James Prentiss
Delphia Prunty
Mary Louise Quinn
Mildred Riley
Diane Dixon Robertson
Pete Rodriguez
Helen Rosenthal
Gladys Samek
Cecelia Samuels
Erma Sanderson
Ernest C. Sandoval
Martha Sandoval
Jenny Scadden
Ruth Scanland
Gertrude Schlenker
Donald Schoonover
Eleanor Schriver
Ester Schuldt
Frances Scofield
Mary Lou Self
Phyllis Shaw
Howard Sheldon
Thaddeus Skiba
Caroline Smith
Lois Smith
Joseph Smith, Sr.
Emily J. Snow
Frank Speck
Martin Steinberg
John Stewart
Tony Stroeve
Dorothy Strubel
Anna Suchor
Gloria Sudduth
Walt Suder
Pat Sugerman
Dr. David Swanson
John Sweeney
Arthur Swink
Margaret Swintz
Gladys Thom
Harry Tilton
Becky Spangler Tompkin
Roseanne Torres
Edna Trierweiler
Richard Tucker
Mary Turick
Claire Tuttle
Elinor Valdez
Dorothy L. Van Hoose
Lewis Vincent
Mark M. Wagner
Lillian Walker
Gretchyn Watson
Evelyn Weaver
Betty Wells
Irma Wentzel
John Werren
Wylma West
Donna Wickersheim
Mabel Winner
Alma Faye Wisthoff
Daniel Witkowski
Laura Witt
Rosemarie Wolf
Elizabeth Wuest
Millicent V. Wylie
Mary Younger
JoAnn Zellner

How to Donate Your
Car in Five Easy Steps
1. Call Cars For Colorado (CFC) at 303-853-4125
2. Designate donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.
3. CFC arranges for free towing.
4. Vehicle is towed to CFC.
5. 100% of the proceeds go to charity.
IT’S TAX DEDUCTIBLE!
I would like more information on planned giving opportunities that will benefit my family and me.
Please send information on the following:
____ Wills and Bequests ____ Gifts of Securities
____ Gifts of Retirement Assets ____ Gifts of Life Insurance
____ Charitable Remainder Trusts ____ Charitable Gift Annuities
____ I have already provided for the Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter in my estate plan
____ Please contact me about a personal visit or other assistance
The Summer 2004 edition of the BBB Wise
Giving Guide
lists the Alzheimer’s Association as having met
its standards for charitable accountability. In
addition, CharityNavigator.org ranked individual
Chapters of the Association four stars out of a
possible four.
To receive a free copy of the BBB Wise Giving
Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability, go
to www.give.org and click on Charity Standards.
Name ______________________________________________________ Home phone________________
Address______________________________________________________________________________________
City _____________________________________________________ State _____ Zip___________
Work phone _________________ E-mail address ______________________________________________
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Colorado Chapter Services
Family Resource Center:
The Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease
Meeting the Challenges of Caregiving
Family Options Counseling
Respite Care Assistance Program
Support Groups
HELPLINE, Information, Assistance
and Referral
(800) 864-4404
Memories in the Making Art Classes
Safe Return Program
Colorado Chapter Offices
801 N. Cascade Avenue, Suite 32
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719)266-8773
455 Sherman Street, #500
Denver, CO 80203 (303)813-1669
701 Camino del Rio, #319
Durango, CO 81301 (970)259-0122
Colorado Chapter, Inc.
455 Sherman Street, Suite 500
Denver, Colorado 80203-4405
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For Education & Training:
Conferences & Educational Meetings
Alzheimer’s Learning Institute, training
for healthcare professionals
For Information & Public
Awareness:
Quarterly Newsletter
Special Publications
Speakers Bureau
Materials/Videos on Alzheimer’s disease
www.alzrockymtn.org
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415 Peterson Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524 (970)472-9798
761 Rood Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501 (970)256-1274
3001 8th Avenue
Evans, CO 80620 (970)392-9202
For Improved Public Policy:
Advocacy Training
Advocates Network
Materials and Information
1157 West Abriendo, The Cottage
Pueblo, CO 81004 (719)544-5720
For Research:
Alzheimer’s Women’s Auxiliary for
Research and Education (AWARE)
Support for National Alzheimer’s
Research Program
Medical & Scientific Advisory Board
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