About Us

Our Mission
To improve the quality of life for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Algoma District, and to provide support for their caregivers. We will accomplish this mission by:

providing support and guidance for people affected by the disease
promoting the rights and well-being of the person with Alzheimer Disease or a related dementia
providing information, education, and training
increasing public awareness in the community
providing support and/or funds for research
collaborating with the provincial and national levels of the organization.

Our Values

Respect: We will show respect, through our words and actions, for the dignity of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Compassion: We will demonstrate empathy, concern, and understanding for people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Integrity: We will demonstrate honesty, reliability, confidentiality, and trustworthiness in all of our interactions.
Accountability: We are accountable to our clients, members, funding organizations, and donors for the stewardship of the resources entrusted to us on behalf of our communities.
Partnerships: We will promote collaboration among staff and volunteers, community organizations and government agencies, individuals and businesses to ensure we are meeting the needs of the people we serve.
Person-centred Approach: Our reason for being is to assist those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and all activities will be focussed on that overriding objective.

Our Board of Directors

Dale Kenney (President)
Susan Van Atte (Past President)
Sandra Lamon (Vice President)
Glen Manchester (Treasurer)
Chantelle Evans (Secretary)
Garr Smith
Graham Clark
Gilbert Contant

Nancy Komsa

Susan McLean

Sylvia Westerman

Our Staff
Carolyn Cybulski, Executive Director
Vicky Roy, First Link Coordinator - Sault Ste. Marie
Cathie Randell, First Link Coordinator - Sault Ste. Marie

Carolyn Ross, First Link Coordinator - East Algoma

Christy Reid, First Link Coordinator - North Algoma

Crystal Hillier, Community Outreach Coordinator - East Algoma

Stacey Shiels, Recreation Therapist

Helga Moore, Recreation Therapist

Janice Seppala, Education Coordinator
Bea Fioramanti, Coordinator of Volunteers and Special Events
Monica Ruzyski, Bookkeeper

Tammy Bingley, Administrative Assistant