Cornerstone Serving Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky & Southeastern Indiana

VOLUME 33 NO. 1 | Spring 2018

Chapter Honors Volunteers THE An Evening for Outstanding Service in OF MAKING MEMORIES he Alzheimer's Association of Greater Cincinnati honored the  many contributions of its volunteer network during the annual Chapter Appreciation Brunch at JACK Cincinnati Casino on T A fundraiserdraisser toto bebenefitnefit ththee January 18. Paris

To purchase tickets, visit act.alz.org/2018aomm or contact Donna Damon at 800.272.3900.

JACK Cincinnati Casino / Thursday, May 3 / 6 - 9:30 p.m. Goen and Herzog Return for Art of Making Memories elebrating its 10th anniversary, the C popular Art of Making Memories From left, award winners Christian Gausvik, J.C. Robinson, spring benefit returns to Executive Director Paula Kollstedt and Diana Barhorst JACK Cincinnati Casino on In addition to recognizing the work of volunteers, committee Thursday, May 3. The event will again members and top fundraisers for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Bob Goen Bob Herzog the Chapter presented special awards to the following volunteers feature framed artwork recognizing their exceptional service to the Greater Cincinnati Chapter: painted by individuals in the early to mid-stages of Alzheimer’s • J.C. Robinson received the Elizabeth Bolles Outstanding Service disease who participate in the Alzheimer’s Association’s nationally Award for her "hands-on" work as a front desk volunteer and recognized Memories in the Making® art program. chapter spokesperson. Continued on page 11 • Christian Gausvik received the John Horn "Roll Up Your Sleeves" Memorial Award for his work in support of the Art of Making Special Guest Speaker - Author O'Brien Memories spring benefit as well as the creation of the popular "Mimosas for Memories" fundraiser. Greg O’Brien, award-winning journalist • Diana Barhorst was presented the Chapter's highest honor, the and author of On Pluto: Inside the Mind of President's Award. In addition to serving on the Chapter's board Alzheimer's, will share his personal experience of directors, Barhorst has been an avid supporter of the Walk to as a person diagnosed with younger-onset End Alzheimer's and The Longest Day. She also serves as an Alzheimer’s disease as featured speaker at the Alzheimer's congressional ambassador for Rep. Steve Chabot. Art of Making Memories. "We simply could not succeed as a chapter without the invaluable “We’re thrilled to have such a gifted and renowned writer as Greg share his compelling story with our event work of our volunteers. Their commitment and support is inspiring to guests.” said Executive Director Paula Kollstedt. us all," said Executive Director Paula Kollstedt. As part of the ticket purchase, event guests will receive a free copy In 2017, 625 volunteers contributed nearly 5,400 hours of service of the latest edition of On Pluto. to the Greater Cincinnati Chapter. Inside Cornerstone…

Caregiver Forum Set for June 30…page 4

Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures Released…page 5

Development Team Adds Three New Members…page 7

Dr. Dalton in Volunteer Spotlight…page 8 A Word About Us

‘We Know What the Monster 644 Linn Street, Suite 1026 Cincinnati, OH 45203 (800) 272-3900 – 24/7 Helpline Looks Like…’ Fax (513) 345-8446 alz.org/cincinnati olunteer – it’s one of the At the Alzheimer’s Association’s leadership 2017-2018 Board of Directors most powerful words in conference in January, we celebrated all that the David A. Custer, President Jason M. O’Dell, MS, CWM, the English language. association and you – our partners and volunteers – V It’s a verb, “I volunteer have accomplished together. For our chapter, those Vice President Amy B. Kahn, Secretary at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.” accomplishments included winning a national award Jamie Weaver, Treasurer It’s a noun, “I’m the volunteer for outreach to physicians, involvement in public policy, Derek van Amerongen, MD, MS committee chair for The and our Cincinnati Tri-State Walk to End Alzheimer’s Immediate Past President Longest Day.” It’s an adjective, being named the 10th largest of more than 600 Walks Board Members “I’m a volunteer leader on across the U.S. William E. Brammer, CPA, CTP By Paula Kollstedt the Alzheimer’s Association’s We also talked about how we must 10x those Nan Kohnen Cahall Executive Director Board of Directors.” But no accomplishments in order to finally end this disease, Cristina Chuecos matter how you use it, the word while caring for those battling it. Meredith L. Delaney volunteer is always one thing – life changing. So here’s the plan — stay laser focused on the Margaret Dobbins, RN end game and expodentially increase our engagement Mathew Hambleton A few weeks ago, I was privileged to be with Kathy Hanna more than 100 with volunteers and Mary Ann Jacobs, Esq. people from across community partners Robert Keyes, Ph.D., MD the state at our Ohio to serve more people Elizabeth Kinney Volunteer Summit, who need us. Together Rodney Lear focusing on the Walk we’ll grow our reach, Bob McEwan to End Alzheimer’s. our impact, our skills, Kristi Meyer The day-long event our talents. To do Robert Reed, MD was energizing, that we will provide Tom Rotz opportunities for Terence Ruhe, CPA, CFP creative, visionary – Keith A Rummer, JD, SPHR filled with fun, ideas, our volunteers and James P. Sullivan and most of all, partners to impact this great cause more Chapter Staff stories. Paula Kollstedt, Executive Director One of the most than ever before, Annemarie Barnett, Development riveting was told while we provide the Director by Herb Magley, a infrastructure and Bob Luckerman Finance/Operations volunteer who lost training to ensure they Director his wife to young- succeed. Steve Olding, Communications onset Alzheimer’s. At the same time and Public Policy Director “We know what we’ll drive efforts in Elise Sebastian, MSW, LSW research – helping the monster looks Volunteers and staff at the Alzheimer's Association Leadership Summit. Clinical Outreach Director our communities Linda Turpin, MSN, RN, NE-BC like,” Herb said. Director of Clinical Programs “The monster that is Alzheimer’s took away my best understand what’s happening in research, raising and Services friend. I watched as the person I respected most was increased research dollars to support the best and fading away before my eyes. brightest researchers in the field, and, for the first Nancy Boss, MSSW, LISW “But the staff at the association knew what time, carry out our own research to change the Programs and Services Clinician trajectory of this disease. to say when others turned their backs on me,” he Diana Bosse, Walk Manager continued. “You gave me a way to fight back, a way We will simultaneously continue to increase Shannon Braun, LISW-S visibility of dementia and the Alzheimer’s Association Early Stage Program Coordinator to hunt down this serial killer and bring it to justice.” Herb’s story mirrors many of our own – volunteers to define the urgency of our mission, and we’ll work Elizabeth Bross, MSW, LSW with our state and federal legislators to ensure that Programs and Services Clinician and staff alike. Most of us have lost someone Theresa Conaty incredible – much too soon – in a devastating way to happens. After all, the danger isn’t setting goals so Development Assistant this disease that is like no other. Many of us care for high that you don’t meet them, but rather setting them Kristin Cooley, LISW-S heroic warriors who battle dementia every day – and so low that you do. Programs and Services Clinician we can’t sit on the sidelines. This is an epidemic that In short – with your help – we’re going to turn Donna Damon, Special Events we must be a part of ending. Because we know that pain into determination. We’re going to accelerate, Manager mobilize, drive, lead, innovate – and do it all in a way Jeff Dehner, JD, Walk Manager if we don’t, who will? The good news is we have a strategy to end that will not only show others what this monster looks Melissa Dever, LSW like, but will provide a way for them to help us slay it. Branch Program Manager the devastation. A strategic implementation plan is In the words of one of the many amazing Susan Dickey, RN, MSN being carried out across the country, focused on care volunteers we work alongside every day, “I can’t make Clinic Clinician and research, raising awareness and funds to make him better. I can’t bring back his memories. I can’t Carolyn Ferris, RN it happen, and working with our legislators to find a Education Coordinator ensure he interacts with our children the way he once Jill Gorley, LSW, prevention or cure by 2025. did…but I can stand with him in this disease, and work Multicultural and Community But to do that, we have to up our game. As hard with the Alzheimer’s Association to do all that I can to Outreach Coordinator as we’ve worked, we must work even harder – and end it.” Brittany High, Special Events and that includes more fully engaging our communities. Volunteer Coordinator With sincerest thanks for your Joan Hock, Memories in the Making® leadership, drive and inspiration, Coordinator Julie Lessard, MSW, LSW Clinic Clinician Jennifer Miller-Francis, MSSA, LSW Our Mission Programs and Services Clinician Janet Milne, MSN, RN, CNP To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through Education & TrialMatch Manager the advancement of research; to provide and Debbie Rolf, Program Assistant enhance care and support for all affected, and Garret Schymanski, MSW, LSW to reduce the risk of dementia through the Programs and Services Clinician promotion of brain health. Hannah Volz, Special Events Manager Andrea Williams, BHA Various programs and services Branch Program Coordinator are funded in part by the Ohio Department of Aging through Cornerstone is the official newsletter of the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati. the Council on Aging of Comments or questions should be directed to Southwestern Ohio and the Area Steve Olding at (800) 272-3900 or [email protected]. Agency on Aging District 7. 2 • Cornerstone • Spring 2018 Caregiver News Programs and Services Schedule Heats Up for Spring ith warmer weather coming, I’d Also, check out the upcoming calendar for our very popular like to encourage everyone to take Memories in the Museum program on page 4. You can also visit: W advantage of our FREE programs and alz.org/cincinnati. services. Lastly, I am excited to tell you about a collaborative initiative We have what I refer to as a “golden” that we're working on involving Aetna Health Insurance (Aetna program — because it is so worthwhile and it’s Better Health Ohio), Home Care by Black Stone and the Alzheimer’s a “two for one,” entitled, “Memories in the Association. In this partnership, we will be coordinating CARES Making (MIM) and Time for Caregivers (TFC).” training for Black Stone employees in Cincinnati, Columbus and This program consists of a unique art program Toledo. This education will expand the employees’ knowledge in By Linda S. Turpin that offers persons living with dementia the the care and support of people living with dementia and their care Director of Clinical opportunity to express themselves through partners. In the next edition of Cornerstone, I’ll update you on the Programs & Services the visual arts, while their care partner/spouse/ outcomes of this training…so stay tuned. friend participates in an interactive support and education group. Don’t forget to register through the 800 number to attend our MIM/TFC enables the person living with dementia to have social “golden” program or any other social engagement offering. All of engagement, while the care partner obtains respite/education/ our programs come free of charge. Just call (800) 272-3900 24/7 to care and support all at the same time. These programs are offered register. Happy Spring! in three different locations around the Tri-state, on Mondays or Thursdays. While the programs are free, we ask that you register by calling our (800) 272-3900 so we have enough supplies available. Save the Date Program sites include: 2018 Symposium • Friday, Nov. 2 • Journey to Hope, 703 Compton Rd., Cincinnati, 10:30 a.m - Noon, every Monday A Day for Caregivers • Saturday, Nov. 3 • Evendale Cultural Arts Center, 10500 Reading Rd, Education events for healthcare professionals and family caregivers. Cincinnati, 10:30 a.m. - Noon, every Thursday • Hellmann Creative Center, 321 West MLK/12th Street, Sharonville Convention Center Covington, Ky., 10:30 a.m. - Noon, every Thursday 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 45246 Other upcoming Social Engagement opportunities: Watch for further details at 4/19 - Writing our Lives as Caregivers, 1 – 3 p.m. All alz.org/cincinnati. Saints Episcopal Church, 610 Fourth St., Portsmouth, Ohio 4/25 - Zoo Encounters, Cincinnati Zoo, 10 a.m.

'In Their Own Words....' Facing Alzheimer’s With Many Good Memories ditor’s note: As the saying goes, if you After many anxious days, we went back to discuss have seen one case of Alzheimer’s disease, the results. I asked bluntly, “Do I have Alzheimer’s?” E you have seen one case of Alzheimer’s Without hesitation she said, “Yes, you have disease. For those affected by the disease, Alzheimer’s.” I cannot say Sue and I were surprised, their caregivers, family and friends, the challenges, but it was clearly a jolt. The only good news was that emotions and experiences that accompany the the disease was in its very early stages. disease are unique to each individual. Although they Since that day, Sue and I have had many talks are linked by a common bond, these individuals travel about where we go from here — some with tears, different paths in confronting dementia. Paul Loechle some without. We know that there is currently no shares his Alzheimer’s experience…in his own words. cure. I expressed to Sue that I probably will reach a “Are you ready to go to dinner, Paul?” came the time when I will forget her name or maybe even say call from the kitchen. unkind things I don’t mean. My greatest fear is that “Dinner,” I said to Sue, “When did we decide to she will remember me that way. I have come to know By Paul Loechle go out to dinner?” that that will never happen. I think I didn’t give her “Last evening, and I reminded you again this morning,” she enough credit for the strong and loving person she is. answered. I have also come to realize that education is important in “Oh, yeah!” I replied from my ‘box seat’ view on the couch helping to reduce fear. Talking about Alzheimer’s helps. The group in our family room. “Can we wait till the end of this inning? The sessions that Sue and I have been a part of since starting this Reds have runners on second and third.” journey have been significant and rewarding. The Alzheimer’s staff This exchange with my wife, or ones similar to it, had been of professionals have provided us with a warm and welcoming occurring with increasing frequency over the last year. These atmosphere, not only for learning more about this disease but to seemingly normal lapses of memory became a concern to Sue gather with others who share our concerns. and prompted her to suggest that we make an appointment with There have been some hard times, and undoubtedly, more are our family doctor. I initially dismissed that suggestion, arguing ahead — periods of depression for sure. They are not frequent and that such behavior was normal and could be expected from usually occur for me at night as I lie in bed awake with my thoughts, someone who was 76 years old. Eventually, I succumbed (or wondering what the future holds. Our situation also makes me should I say ‘got smart’), and we did make that appointment. My pause to consider how lucky we have been during our 45 years family physician suggested that we see a neurologist. of marriage, with a loving daughter and son who have given us Our first visit with the neurologist included a meeting with the more joy than we deserve, supportive family always there for us, doctor and social worker, followed by a series of comprehensive and many friends at our side. Our faith too has always been an cognitive testing. I was also scheduled for an EEG, MRI, and important part of our lives and continues to be a source of strength. Lumbar Puncture (which was not as scary or painful as it sounds). You know, Sue, we’re going to be all right.

Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 3 Caregiver News The Future of Physicians: Community Collaborations lzheimer’s is the most expensive disease in through their service to America. Yet those who have the diagnosis marginalized populations A or their caregiver are only informed of it in Greater Cincinnati to 45% of the time. produce more socially Our Chapter is focused on eliminating this breach. responsible physicians We know that without an early diagnosis quality of who have a greater life can be significantly impacted. With a dignified understanding of factors diagnosis our families can have an individualized that impact health. care plan addressing the Medical students who By Elise Sebastian medical and psychosocial have completed their Director of Clinical needs which will reduce first year of medical Outreach the burden of co-morbid school at the University conditions. Understanding of Cincinnati apply to a diagnosis can open the door to receiving a summer internship. The Greater Cincinnati Chapter was recognized as the referrals that can assist with behaviors, legal, These selected best in the nation for its Physician Outreach efforts at the financial and other planning for future needs. physicians-in-training Alzheimer's Association's Annual Leadership Summit. Without this crucial information, families are each matched with Elise holds the award surrounded by members of the Chapter's program team. struggle to develop strategies to live well with an existing service- dementia for as long as possible. focused community organization in the Greater Cincinnati area. Their Each one of us has a responsibility to responsibilities range from assisting with direct care to supporting the change this narrative. With this in mind, social aspects of health services. our Chapter forms partnerships with all of The opportunity to partner with medical students is one of the the local health systems. This year we are first steps to initiate change inside the massive system of health care. fortunate to be collaborating through an We are always looking to garner partnerships with local leaders and innovate program designed to support young health systems. If you, or someone you know, is a healthcare provider physicians. We are working with the Urban Health Project or UHP. UHP who wants to change the trajectory of this disease contact me at is a program opportunity for first-year medical students at the UC College [email protected]. of Medicine. UHP educates, inspires, and challenges medical students Caregiver Forum Focuses Memories in Museum esigned specifically for individuals with memory loss, on African-Americans the Memories in the Museum program is a collaborative effort between the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater s part of D Cincinnati, Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati Art Museum its effort and the Contemporary Arts Center. Each month, with the A to support assistance of trained docents, individuals with memory loss and educate and a guest take guided tours of museum exhibits. In addition caregivers in a to the tours, attendees can also participate in art-making special way during exercises focused on the exhibit theme. Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June, the Alzheimer’s Upcoming tours include: Association of Contemporary Arts Center – Wednesday, May 2 Greater Cincinnati will conduct its Cincinnati Art Museum – Wednesday, June 6 annual African- American Caregiver Taft Museum of Art – Wednesday, July 11 Forum at Maple Contemporary Arts Center – Wednesday, Aug. 1 Knoll Community on Saturday, June 30. The morning- All programs begin at 10 a.m. and are free, but reservations long program, are required due to a limited number of openings. which begins with For more on the Memories in the Museum program or to registration and register for one or more of the museum tours, please contact breakfast at 8 a.m., Joan Hock at (800) 272-3900 or [email protected]. will feature expert speakers and panel discussions on caregiving and health issues, focusing on African-Americans. The event will also include exhibitors representing a variety of community health and aging organizations. “African-Americans face higher prevalence rates for heart disease, diabetes as well as dementia,” said Multicultural and Community Outreach Coordinator Jill Gorley. “This program will help caregivers by providing helpful information and access to important resources.” The Forum is free but registration is required. Maple Knoll Communities is located at 11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45246. The Forum will be held in the auditorium. For details, or to register for the Forum, contact Jill Gorley at (800) 272-3900 or [email protected].

4 • Cornerstone • Spring 2018 Research News Report: Alzheimer's Deaths Up 123% Since 2000 or the second consecutive year, total payments to care for likelihood of being diagnosed during the MCI stage, the average per-person individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias are cost is projected to be $360,000 – a savings of $64,000 per individual. F projected to surpass a quarter of a trillion dollars ($277 billion), “Diagnosing Alzheimer’s earlier has huge cost-savings implications,” which includes an increase of nearly $20 billion over last year, Fargo said. “Studies show the expenses associated with identification according to data reported in the Alzheimer’s Association 2018 of people with mild cognitive impairment – the earliest stage at which Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report released in late March. clinical symptoms are present – are lower than those associated with New findings from the Facts and Figures report show the growing people in the later stage of dementia.” burden of Alzheimer’s on people living with the The special report also details personal benefits disease, their families and caregivers, as well as of early diagnosis, including: society at large. The number of older Americans • Accurate diagnosis – early diagnosis can help is growing rapidly, so too is the number of people determine if cognitive changes are truly due to living with Alzheimer’s and the subsequent impact Alzheimer’s or some other – perhaps even treatable to the nation’s economy. By 2050, the total cost – condition. of care for Alzheimer’s is projected to increase to • Medical benefits – early diagnosis allows more than $1.1 trillion. individuals to adopt lifestyle changes which may “This year’s report illuminates the growing help preserve their existing cognitive function for as cost and impact of Alzheimer’s on the nation’s long as possible; interventions such as controlling health care system, and also points to the growing blood pressure, smoking cessation and exercise. financial, physical and emotional toll on families • Participation in Clinical Trials – early diagnosis facing this disease,” said Keith Fargo, Ph.D., allows individuals to enroll in clinical trials that director of scientific programs and outreach for the advance research and may provide medical benefits. Alzheimer’s Association. “Soaring prevalence, rising • Planning for the future – early diagnosis allows mortality rates and lack of an effective treatment all individuals more time to plan for the future while lead to enormous costs to society, Alzheimer’s is a they are cognitively able to make legal, financial and burden that’s only going to get worse.” end-of-life decisions. Given the long duration of this disease, the • Emotional and social benefits – early diagnosis strain on Alzheimer’s caregivers can last several provides individuals with an opportunity to maximize years and produce serious declines in caregiver physical, emotional time spent engaging in meaningful activities and interacting with and financial well-being. In 2017, 16 million Americans provided an the most important people in their lives. estimated 18.4 billion hours of unpaid care in the form of physical, Updated Alzheimer’s Statistics emotional and financial support – a contribution to the nation valued at The Facts and Figures report provides an in-depth look at the latest $232.1 billion. The difficulties associated with providing this level of care national statistics and information on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, are estimated to have resulted in $11.4 billion in additional healthcare mortality, costs of care and caregiving: costs for Alzheimer’s and other dementia caregivers in 2017. Prevalence, Incidence and Mortality Mortality from Alzheimer’s disease also continues to rise. While • An estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages are living with deaths from other major causes continue to decrease, new data from Alzheimer’s dementia in 2018. the report shows that deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have more than • Barring the development of medical breakthroughs, the number doubled, increasing 123 percent between 2000 and 2015. For context of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer’s dementia may nearly the number of deaths from heart disease – the number one killer in triple from 5.5 million to 13.8 million by 2050. America – decreased 11 percent. • Two-thirds of Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer’s dementia “Discoveries in science mean fewer people are dying at an early (3.4 million) are women. age from heart disease, cancer and other diseases,” said Fargo. • Every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s “Similar scientific breakthroughs are needed for Alzheimer’s disease, dementia. By mid-century, someone in the U.S. will develop the and will only be achieved by making it a national health care priority and disease every 33 seconds. increasing funding for research.” • Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S., and it An accompanying special report titled, “Alzheimer’s Disease: is the fifth-leading cause of death for those age 65 and older. Financial and Personal Benefits of Early Diagnosis,” highlights new Cost of Care economic modeling data indicating early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s • Total national cost of caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other during the mild cognitive impairment (MCI) stage of the disease could dementias is estimated at $277 billion (not including unpaid save the nation as much as $7.9 trillion in health and long-term care caregiving) in 2018, of which $186 billion is the cost to Medicare expenditures. The report also highlights personal benefits of early and Medicaid; out-of-pocket costs represent $60 billion of the diagnosis for individuals and families. total payments, while other costs total $30 billion. The Impact of Alzheimer’s Biomarkers and Earlier Diagnosis • Total payments for health care, long-term care and hospice care The Facts and Figures special report explains how the identification for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias are projected to of biological markers, or biomarkers, for Alzheimer’s will be critical increase to more than $1.1 trillion in 2050 (in 2018 dollars). to improving disease diagnosis and researching treatments that may • In 2017, the lifetime cost of care for a person living with dementia prevent or delay the onset of clinical symptoms, such as memory loss, was $341,840 – with 70 percent of this cost borne by families confusion, and difficulties carrying out routine day-to-day tasks. directly through out-of-pocket costs and the value of unpaid care. Alzheimer’s biomarkers are transforming the way that researchers Caregiving and physicians understand the disease, from one based on symptoms • Approximately two-thirds of caregivers are women, and one-third to one based on changes in the brain. Individuals no longer need to be of dementia caregivers are daughters. diagnosed with Alzheimer’s after significant damage is already done • Forty-one percent of caregivers have a household income of to the brain. Instead, due to awareness of Alzheimer’s and recognition $50,000 or less. of early symptoms, as well as the development and approval of beta- • It is estimated that the U.S. has approximately half the number amyloid imaging biomarkers, Alzheimer’s diagnosis can occur earlier of certified geriatricians that it currently needs, and only nine in the disease process than ever before, such as in the MCI due to percent of nurse practitioners report having special expertise in Alzheimer’s stage of the disease. gerontological care. The report also highlights new economic modeling data showing early For more on the 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, diagnosis during the MCI stage of the disease would result in cost savings including the accompanying special report, “Alzheimer’s Disease: as much as $7.9 trillion over the lifetime of all Americans living today. Financial and Personal Benefits of Early Diagnosis,” visit: alz.org. Under an early diagnosis scenario in which an individual has a greater Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 5 Development News

Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2018 Schedule

Adams, Brown & Highland Counties Walk Butler, Warren & Clinton Counties Walk Saturday, Aug. 18 Saturday, Sept. 15 Adams County Fairground, West Union Voice of America Park, West Chester

NEW Southeast Indiana Walk Southern Ohio Walk Cincinnati Tri-State Walk

Saturday, Aug. 25 Saturday, Oct. 20 Saturday, Oct. 6 NATION'S 10TH LARGEST Liberty Park, Batesville Shawnee State University, Portsmouth Sawyer Point, Cincinnati ALZHEIMER'S WALK IN 2017 For more information, visit: alz.org/cincinnati. Inspired and Committed to Grow Our Walks

ince becoming a national One such high standard is taking on the challenge made at organization last July, there have this Summit by Regional Director Eric VanVlymen. He challenged S been so many positive changes. everyone the room to be a Champion (minimum $500 raised) or It feels so good to have a united Grand Champion (minimum $1,000 raised) at this year’s Walk and front in our fight for as world without to take this challenge back to their committees. We already have Alzheimer’s. many on our committees raising that and more but imagine if all One positive change is being joined of our committee members challenged themselves and raised together geographically in regions $1,000. With around 110 members that is $110,000! We know By Annemarie Barnett and areas throughout we can do this. Development Director the country. The The Ohio Volunteer Leadership Summit was Greater Cincinnati meant to empower our volunteer leaders and Chapter is part of Region 10, which includes we are so pleased at the survey results and six chapters in Ohio, one in West Virginia our Word Cloud. At the end of the day we and two in Michigan. This has led to some asked everyone to write one word on the back great collaborations and idea sharing for The of their nametags about how they felt leaving Longest Day and Walk to End Alzheimer’s. It the summit and heading into Walk season. also gives each team member important peer Our largest word was “Inspired” followed by to peer support. “Empowered” and “Committed”…just what we An amazing collaboration took place want every volunteer to feel. on February 24 in Columbus - the first Ohio Thank you to all of our volunteer leaders who Volunteer Leadership Summit. All of the Walk to End attended the Summit. We hope that you will share your Alzheimer’s committee and subcommittee leaders were experience and what you learned with your committees. invited to spend a few hours with their peers learning and This year, we have an ambitious $1.5 million goal for our Walk sharing ideas to help take their leadership and their Walk to the campaign. Needless to say, we need everyone’s help. next level. More than 75 volunteers attended, representing 22 Thank you all so much for your continued support of the out of the 30 Walks. The event was emceed by our own Aaron Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati. We have an Stapleton, Cincinnati Tri-State Walk Chair with opening remarks incredible team here and the best volunteers and donors. I hope to from Area Director Glenda Berry, who provided our tagline for the see you at one or more of our upcoming events, including The Art Walk season “Volunteer Led; Staff Supported.” Our Chapter is of Making Memories on May 3; our ALZ Stars team at the Flying blessed with volunteer leaders who set high standards, attempt Pig Marathon on May 6, or join us at Madtree Brewing on June 14 new ventures and reach stretch goals. It’s little wonder that other as part of The Longest Day celebration. Together, we will have a chapters are looking to us for best practices. world without Alzheimer’s.

6 • Cornerstone • Spring 2018 Development News Time is Running Out to Join ALZ Stars igs will fly in just a few short weeks as the Cincinnati Flying Pig meteorologist Randi Rico for being our ALZ Stars spokesperson and Marathon weekend takes Fleet Feet Sports Cincinnati P place May 5-6. for providing our team with an If part of your New Year’s incredible training program. resolution was to get in shape, Whether you are a seasoned join the ALZ Stars Race for the runner or just a beginner, a walker Brain Team and train for the or volunteer, together we can Flying Pig 5K or 10K, or even outpace Alzheimer’s disease. challenge yourself to complete Keep up to date on our ALZ Stars the half or full marathon. team on our event site: act.alz. Although the training org/cincyalzstar2018 or follow our season is already in full Facebook page. swing, it’s not too late to Last year, the ALZ Stars Race register as an ALZ Stars athlete. If you can’t participate as a runner, for the Brain team raised $43,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association of we encourage you to join the team as a volunteer. As an ALZ Stars Greater Cincinnati. Through the Flying Pig Marathon and other events, member or volunteer, if you reach the $150 fundraising minimum the ALZ Stars team has raised nearly $170,000 for the Alzheimer’s by Wednesday, April 25, you will receive a 2018 ALZ Stars race day Association since 2010. technical shirt along with other amazing incentive prizes. If you haven't registered, what are you waiting for? For more We’re off to a fantastic start this year and excited about the information or to register for the team today, contact Brittany High at course ahead. We’d like to send a big “Thank You” to WLWT-TV [email protected] or call (513) 721-4284.

Giving It Your All on The Longest Day other Theresa once said “Do small things This year, the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater with great love.” The Longest Day is all about Cincinnati is hoping to make a statement in the fight doing small things with great love—engaging against Alzheimer’s in a big way through its business M our passions to raise money and awareness in enagagement program. Every 65 seconds, someone in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Through The Longest Day the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. Our campaign, the Alzheimer’s Association’s goal is to recruit 66 businesses (one for second signature fundraising event, we every second plus one) throughout the do what we love for all those affected Greater Cincinnati area to participate by Alzheimer's disease. in The Longest Day through Casual for Whether it’s choosing a favorite a Cause days, percent of sales, point activity, hosting an event or joining a of purchase pin-ups or other ideas the team, participants in The Longest Day business comes up with. will ignite a global conversation about We are really excited to be Alzheimer’s disease, the brain, and welcoming back our global partners other dementias as part of Alzheimer’s in The Longest Day, including the and Brain Awareness Month in June American Contract Bridge League, while also raising funds to support the Senior Lifestyles and Alpha Kappa Alpha, mission of the Alzheimer’s Association. who have been wonderful partners over Do you love playing basketball? Plan a tournament at your the past few years. We are also thrilled to be welcoming a brand new local gym during the month of June. Invite your friends, family, global team in the area, Arthur Murray Dance Studio. Stay tuned on and the local basketball league to play. Plan a craft-a-thon and social media for details on the events they will be hosting and how sell your crafts for a donation. Host a block party with games and you can participate. activities for all ages, or a barbeque and sell plates for donations For more information on The Longest Day, to join the committee, and enjoy spending time with your friends and family outdoors. The or to register your team, visit www.alz.org/thelongestday or contact opportunities are endless! Hannah Volz at (513) 721-4218 or [email protected]. Damon, High and Volz Join Development Team he Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati recently staff and each time, I was so impressed with their dedication and welcomed three new members to its commitment. I am honored to be part of such T Development staff. a mission-driven organization.” Hannah Volz and Donna Damon Damon’s primary focus will be on the were named Special Events Managers Chapter’s annual Art of Making Memories while Brittany High will serve as Special benefit, the Chapter Appreciation Brunch and Events and Volunteer Coordinator. the Adams, Highland and Brown Counties “Donna, Hannah and Brittany each bring Walk to End Alzheimer’s. special individual talents and a passion for She and her husband Geoffrey have two our mission,” said Development Director adult children. In addition to her work with the Annemarie Barnett. “We’re very fortunate Alzheimer’s Association, she is a vocal coach to have them on our team.” and musical director for Moss Dance and A native of Northern Kentucky, Damon Performing Arts Academy in Ft. Wright, Ky. studied Vocal Performance and Broadcast Although born in Kansas, Volz considers Communications at Northern Kentucky herself a true Floridian, having moved there University. Over the past 15 years she From left, Donna Damon, Hannah Volz and Brittany High when she was six. has worked at Villa Madonna Academy, St. Fascinated at an early age by the political Elizabeth Foundation, and the Visiting Nurse Association before process, she participated in a program called "Ought to be a Law," joining the Alzheimer's Association. which allowed high school students the opportunity to propose their “Being at the VNA for three years, we had a close relationship own ideas for state legislation. with the Alzheimer's Association,” she said. “Over the years, I sat Continued on page 11 in on many meetings with different members of the Association Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 7 Public Policy/Chapter News Advocates Pitching Care and Cure Agenda ven if you’re not a big sports fan, you probably tend to use sports vernacular in your daily conversations. Whether Making a 'State'ment E referring to a meal as a home run, ranking films on a 1-10 scale or noting that a particular proposal was a “slam dunk,” such descriptions provide a common point of reference for most people. So when it comes to reporting on recent developments on the Alzheimer’s public policy By Steve Olding front, I will just say that it has been a collection Director of of legislative touchdowns, caution flags, political Communications huddles and an eventful spring training for new and Public Policy Alzheimer’s advocates. Just a few early 2018 season highlights: In an effort to increase awareness among Early this year, thanks in part to the effort of Alzheimer’s lawmakers about the impact of Alzheimer's advocates, Congress passed the Recognize, Assist, Include, Support on Kentucky, nearly 100 Alzheimer's and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act. In late January, President advocates from across the Commonwealth Trump signed the RAISE Family Caregivers Act into law. The RAISE attended the Alzheimer's Awareness Day in Family Caregivers Act will address the critical needs of caregivers by directing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to Frankfort on March 15. develop a national strategy to provide education and training, long- term services and supports, and financial stability and security for caregivers. In addition, the bill creates a Family Caregiving Advisory study testing whether the diabetes drug, pioglitazone, could delay or Council — modeled after the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s prevent the onset of MCI due to Alzheimer’s in cognitively normal people Disease Advisory Council — to provide advice on how the federal who were determined to be at a higher risk of getting the disease. government can recognize and support family caregivers. These developments place a greater burden on government- In late March, Congress approved a budget that includes a $414 supported efforts and the need for additional federal funding to help push million increase in federal funding for Alzheimer's research, bringing Alzheimer’s research. annual funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to $1.8 As we continue to work with legislators at the state and federal billion. level, you can rest assured that the Alzheimer’s Association will continue Unfortunately, not all the news has been worthy of an ESPN Top to push for stronger legislation, better policies and a greater investment in 10. A number of major pharmaceutical companies were recently seen the fight against Alzheimer’s disease and support of those affected. throwing in the towel on Alzheimer’s research efforts. While we may be a few runs down at this point, the home team will In January, Pfizer announced it was pulling out of the Alzheimer’s keep swinging. Maybe we’ll complete that hail Mary pass or sink that research, discontinuing its investment in most of its brain research half-court shot. One thing, however, is certain…for many affected by projects. Just a few days later, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Alzheimer’s, we’ve reached the two-minute warning. announced it was discontinuing the TOMMORROW trial based on the For more on the Alzheimer’s Association and its public policy efforts, results of an interim analysis of the data that showed “an inadequate or to sign up as an advocate, visit: www.alz.org or contact me at solding@ treatment effect in delaying the onset of mild cognitive impairment alz.org. (MCI) due to Alzheimer’s disease.” TOMMORROW was a prevention

Volunteer Spotlight Dalton Provides Clinical Expertise for Education Series

he Alzheimer’s Association of Greater A Cincinnati native and graduate of Sycamore High School, Dr. Cincinnati is fortunate to have hundreds Dalton attended the University of Cincinnati and later Lincoln Memorial T of generous volunteers serving in various University- Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her capacities throughout the year. Although residency for Neurology at Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills, Mich., we cannot possibly spotlight every volunteer then returned to the area to begin practicing with St. Elizabeth Physicians. in Cornerstone, we appreciate their valuable She currently practices general neurology, seeing not only patients with support and service. In this issue, we feature Dr. dementia but also a wide variety of other neurologic conditions. Stephanie Dalton. “The most rewarding aspect of working with the Alzheimer’s

Association is being able to provide education and social support to Since 2010, professionals at St. Elizabeth families outside of the office setting,” said Dr. Dalton. “I think the patient- Neurology have been volunteering their time Dr. Stephanie Dalton family educational series offer a safe environment for families to ask to help families better understand Alzheimer’s questions and discuss personal stories creating a strong support network disease and its progression. Dr. Stephanie Dalton recently joined that amongst themselves.” group of volunteers. She adds that the Alzheimer’s Association is a great partner in this Dr. Dalton was a featured presenter for the Alzheimer’s supportive process. Association’s signature education series, “What Families Need to “I frequently refer families and patients to the Alzheimer’s Know…When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer's or another Dementia.” As Association at the time of diagnosis and I’ve had a tremendous amount of part of the free series, she presents a program entitled “The Nature positive feedback from families regarding the support they receive. I find and Progression of the Disease.” that it is often the families, sometimes even mores o then the patients Her presentation found a very receptive and appreciative who struggle with the diagnosis and need the additional social support. audience, say Association staff. The Alzheimer’s Association is an invaluable resource,” she said. "It was such a pleasure working with Dr. Dalton. The entire room The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati is always in need of truly opened up to her. She's very relatable,” said Jenni Miller-Francis, volunteers for certain projects and tasks. To learn more about volunteer Programs and Services Clinician for the Alzheimer’s Association of opportunities, please contact Brittany High at [email protected] or call her at Greater Cincinnati. “We’re so fortunate to have such a long-standing (513) 721-4284. partnership with this neurology group in Northern Kentucky.”

8 • Cornerstone • Spring 2018 Donor Recognition

The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati depends on friends in our community to help support Chapter programs and services through donations, tributes, memorials and bequests. It is with deep gratitude that we recognize the following individuals, companies and foundations who made contributions as well as memorial and tribute gifts between October 26, 2017 and February 28, 2018. We have made every effort to acknowledge contributions and spell names correctly. If we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled your name, please contact Annemarie Barnett at [email protected] or (513) 721-4284. With every dollar you donate, we promise to offer help and hope. Thank you very much for being a vital part of our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s.

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ELLIS Ms. Mary Ann Mullucey Mr. Bernard Koenig Mr. and Mrs. Don Stevens Ms. Charlotte Dully Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Mitsch MOREN Ralph and Gitta Opatz Mr. and Mrs. Roger Rosenthal Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Young Ms. Irene Foley Mr. and Mrs. Lewe Mizelle Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dibert Mr. and Mrs. Rusty Saunders Mr. and Mrs. James Scott EVA CLIFFORD Mr. James Foley Mr. and Mrs. Larry Orcutt MARY PISTOLE Ms. Judy Schmalfuss DAVID BOSTROM Mrs. Flora Wright Mr. Patrick Foley Ms. Vira Schmidt Portsmouth Lodge No. 154 Mr. and Mrs. Gary Siegert Mr. and Mrs. David Herman Mr. and Mrs. David Sparks FOTINI SPHEERIS Mr. Tom Sizer Mrs. Robbie Michelman Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 9 Donor Recognition

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Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, so this cause is incredibly close to my heart,” she said. About four years ago, with her grandmother in the middle stage Art of Making Memories of the disease, she contacted the Alzheimer’s Association in Florida. Continued from Page 1 From there, she became a volunteer for the Central and North Florida Guests will enjoy a dinner, wine, beer, optional cash bar, chapter and was later hired as a full-time staff member. auction, raffle, live entertainment and more. Bob Goen, former Volz recently moved to Cincinnati to be closer to her boyfriend, anchor of Entertainment Tonight and current host of Bob and James, who is a TV reporter for WHIO in Dayton, and her father, John. Marianne in the Morning on WARM 98, will serve as emcee and She jokes that with her mother and sister still living in Florida, she has Bob Herzog of Local 12 will be the celebrity auctioneer. somewhere warm to escape when the Ohio winters get too cold. Bring a fully charged cell phone to the event for mobile “It's not easy picking up your life and moving to unfamiliar territory, bidding. No cell phone? No problem, volunteers will be on hand to but the staff and volunteers of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter have act as your personal shopper. been so welcoming. The Alzheimer's Association is truly a family, and JACK Cincinnati Casino is located at 1000 Broadway, I'm so happy to be extending my family a little further,” she said. Cincinnati, OH 45202. Volz will oversee The Longest Day as well as the new Southeast Complimentary self-parking is available. Indiana Walk to End Alzheimer's. Last year’s event attracted more than 650 guests and raised a A native of Burlington, Ky., High is a graduate of Northern Kentucky record $235,000. University, with a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and Women’s For more information, or tickets, contact Donna Damon at Studies. [email protected] or visit: alz.org/cincinnati. During her time in college, she discovered a passion for non-profit work. While in school full-time and maintaining a job, she set aside time to volunteer for the Women's Crisis Center and later worked for a nonprofit after-school program in a local elementary school. Before coming to the Alzheimer's Association she was a pre-school teacher at New Development Team the Brighton Center. “I was drawn to the Alzheimer's Association by friends who Continued from Page 7 were involved as volunteers and participants at the Walk,” said High. Her team wrote and lobbied for a bill that was ultimately “Alzheimer's disease has affected both sides of my family and my passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. thinking was if I could contribute my skills to the Association, then it Charlie Crist. In pursuit of a political career, she attended Florida would feel like I'm doing my part to fight back against this disease.” State University and earned a degree in history. After graduating, As Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator, High will manage the Volz worked in communications offices for various state agencies, ALZ Stars program and oversee the Chapter’s volunteer program. including the Florida Department of Health. “In my new role, I hope to connect a broader group of people to But it was her family’s connection to Alzheimer’s that changed our volunteer opportunities at the Chapter, either by helping out with her career course. tasks in the office or volunteering on the day of an event” she said. “I have lost three grandparents and one great-grandparent to

Alzheimer’s Association • Greater Cincinnati Chapter • 11 Program Calendar Family Education

What Families Need to Know... When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer's Research Updates in Southeastern Ohio Alzheimer’s Disease or Another Dementia

What: An educational series for families of individuals with Alzheimer’s What: Education programs discussing recent Alzheimer’s research. disease or another dementia. Separate topics are presented at each session. Where: Alzheimer’s Association - Southeastern Ohio Branch, 135 Huron St., Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Jackson, OH 45640 Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form at When: Thursday, June 7, Noon – 1:30 p.m. www.alz.org/cincinnati or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Where: Adams County Regional Medical Center, 230 Medical Center Dr., Seaman, OH 45679 Hamilton County When: Thursday, June 14, Noon - 1:30 p.m. Where: Mercy Health- West Hospital, auditorium, 3300 Mercy Health Blvd, Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Cincinnati, OH 45211 Contact: To register, download a registration form or register online at alz.org/ When: Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, & 22 (four-part series), 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. cincinnati or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Jackson/Vinton Counties Where: The Office Commons 135 E. Huron St. Jackson, OH 45640 African-American Caregiver Forum When: Tuesdays, May 8 & 15, (two-part series), Noon – 4 p.m. What: An education program for families of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or Northern Kentucky another dementia. Where: Brookdale Edgewood, 2950 Turkeyfoot Road, Edgewood, KY 41017 Where: Maple Knoll, 11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45246 When: Thursdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27(four-part series), 4-6 p.m. When: Saturday, June 30 - Breakfast/Registration: 8 a.m., Program 9 a.m.- Noon Scioto County Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Breakfast provided. Contact: To register, download a registration form or register online at alz.org/ Where: SOMC East Campus Gibson Building (Ground Floor Room #2), cincinnati or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. 2201 25th St. Portsmouth, OH 45662 When: Tuesdays, Sept. 11 & 18, (two-part series), Noon – 4 p.m. The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Effective Communication Strategies What: A general overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias Where: Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, OH 45040 What: This program discusses how to enhance communication and When: Thursday, July 26, 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. understanding of the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. with dementia. Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form or register online Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. at alz.org/cincinnati, or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form at www.alz. org/cincinnati or call the Cincinnati office at 1-800-272-3900. Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers – Middle Stage Ripley County, IN Where: Batesville Memorial Public Library, (Meeting Room AB), 131 N. What: Care strategies for the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease. Parts I and II Walnut St., Batesville, IN 47006 of this program contain different content. Attendance at Part I is not required for When: Tuesday, April 24, Noon – 1 p.m. (lunch served at 11:30 a.m.) attendance at Part II. Butler County, OH Where: Alzheimer’s Association (3rd floor conference room), 644 Linn St. Where: Central Connections, 3907 Central Ave, Middletown, OH 45044 Cincinnati, OH 45203 Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. When: Thursday, May 17, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form or register online at www.alz.org/cincinnati, or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Caregiver Stress When: Part I – Wednesday, July 18, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. When: Part II – Wednesday, August 15, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. What: Suggestions for how to recognize and manage caregiver stress Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form or register online at alz.org/cincinnati, or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. What: Recommendations in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive Hamilton County activity and social engagement for promoting healthy aging Where: Alzheimer’s Association (3rd floor conference room), 644 Linn St. Where: Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, OH 45040 When: Thursday, Aug. 23, 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Cincinnati, OH 45203 Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. When: Tuesday, May 22, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form or register online Butler County, OH at alz.org/cincinnati, or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Where: Central Connections, 3907 Central Ave, Middletown, OH 45044 When: Thursday, June 21, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Alzheimer's / Dementia Lunch & Learn for Families

Know the 10 Signs What: These programs will provide an opportunity for families and caregivers to learn and ask questions about Alzheimer's disease and dementia, while receiving What: This program identifies early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and support from others in similar situations. You are invited to attend any or all of the programs listed below. what is involved in getting a diagnosis. Cost: Free, but advance registration is required. Adams/Brown/Highland Counties, Ohio Contact: To register for a program, download a registration form or register Where: Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab online at www.alz.org/cincinnati, or call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900. Topic: Living with Alzheimer’s for Care Partner: Early Stage When: Tuesday, June 12, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Hamilton County Cost: Free, Pre-registration required, Lunch included Where: Alzheimer’s Association (3rd floor conference room), 644 Linn St. Contact: To register for a program, call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900 Cincinnati, OH 45203 or email [email protected]. When: Tuesday, June 19, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Jackson County Where: The Office Commons, 135 Huron Street, Jackson, OH 45640 Warren County Topic: Living with Alzheimer’s for Care Partner: Middle Stage Where: Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, When: Tuesday, Aug. 21, Noon-1:30 p.m. OH 45040 Cost: Free, Pre-registration required, Lunch included When: Thursday, June 28, 2018, 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. Contact: To register for a program, call the Cincinnati office at (800) 272-3900 or email [email protected]. 12 • Cornerstone • Spring 2018