The Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County began as a single support group in 1982 and has grown into a non-profit multi-faceted community service agency.
Our mission is to support those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We accomplish our mission through a variety of programs and services. We are committed to providing these services with unsurpassed caring and compassion. Funds for operations are recieved through direct public support, government revenue, and special events like "RetroFest."
The Alzheimer's Alliance of Northeast Texas offers the following services and programs to families affected by Alzheimer's:
Services
• Alzheimer's Day Club "Wonderful Wednesdays"
• Family Support Groups
Download a support group list.
• Respite Care Assistance Program
• Tracking and Identification for Wanderers
Download a "Project Lifesaver" brochure.
• Caregiver Helpline (903) 509-8323
Education
• Annual Conference
• Speakers Bureau
• Memory Screenings
• In-Service Training for Professional Caregivers and Care Facility Staff
• Download the Quarterly Newsletter
• Resource Library
Advocacy
• The Alzheimer's Alliance works with the Alzheimer's Foundation of America to effect legislation benefiting families dealing with dementia.
Research
• 10% of all memorial donations support research efforts.
Educational Conferences and In-Service Training
Conferences and In-Service Training are offered for family caregivers and healthcare professionals within Smith County at varied times throughout the year. All conferences are taught by credentialed professionals who are extremely knowledgeable about Alzheimer's disease and elements of caregiving. Call (903) 509-8323 for information or to schedule a training.
Meet Our Board of Directors
| President Cynthia Riter |
Vice President Bob Dyer |
| Secretary Mary Ann Eckert |
Treasurer Debby Davis, RN, BS |
| Directors |
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| Margo Adams | Wade Emerson, CSA |
| Mike Evans, CFP, CSA | Jan McCauley |
| Rodney Mabry, PhD | Sheryl Rogers Palmer |
| Kari Smith | D'Anna Wick, RN, MS |
| Elam Swann | |
| Emeritus | |
| Fritter McNally | Marian Rowe, PhD, RN |
| Joe Shepard, MD | June Murphy, RN, MS |
Meet Our Staff
| Executive Director Jana Humphrey |
Client Services Coordinator Sherlon Spurling, LBSW |
Executive Assistant Robin Laningham |
Tyler Day Club Director Lynda Pendley |
| Community Relations Coordinator Jamie Huff |
Tyler Day Club Assistant Thelma Buster |
Development Coordinator Kelli DeShazo |
Education Coordinator Erin Albright |
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