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.
Board of Directors
Dale Kenney (President)
Susan Van Atte (Past President)
Sandra Lamon (Vice President)
Glen Manchester (Treasurer)
Eric McCooeye (Secretary)
Garr Smith
Graham Clark
Chantelle Evans
Anna Cartmill
Gilbert Contant
Sandra Lamon
Our Staff
Carolyn Cybulski, Executive Director
Vicky Roy, First Link Coordinator - Family Services
Cathy Randell, First Link Coordinator - Health Promotion & Family Services
Carolyn Ross, First Link Coordinator - East Algoma
Katherine Chalykoff, First Link Coordinator - North Algoma
Amy Shaw, Recreation Therapist
Stacey Shiels, Recreation Therapist
Bea Fioramanti, Coordinator of Volunteers and Special Events
Monica Ruzyski, Bookkeeper/Office Assistant
Shaylan Spurway, Communications Intern