Vision
We, in Idaho, recognize the importance of brain health and wellness for all ages, and unite to provide an unrivaled level of coordinated support and care for individuals and families facing the challenges of Alzheimer's and related dementias.
Idaho Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Alliance
The Idaho ADRD Alliance is a statewide collaboration of Idahoans, individuals, caregivers, public officials, and community agencies throughout Idaho who work on or are affected by Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias.
Steering Committee members
- Brooke Ambrose, ADRD Program Manager, Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (Alliance Chair)
- Alyssa Romero, ADRD Program Specialist, Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
- Judy Taylor, Idaho Commission on Aging
- Lynn Fyanes, Idaho Commission on Aging
- Lisa Anderson, AARP Idaho
- Susan Melchiore, Geriatrician, On Site for Seniors
- Sarah Toevs, Boise State’s Center for the Study of Aging
- Mike Hirschi, Area V Agency on Aging
- Daniel Uribe, Alzheimer's Association
Alliance meetings
ADRD Alliance Meetings are held virtually via WebEx on the first Wednesday of the month, quarterly, from 1:30-3:30 pm MT. The next meeting is on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
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Healthy Brain Resource Center
The Healthy Brain Resource Center is a valuable, easy-to-navigate website for ADRD Alliance members to find credible resources from organizations and agencies across both the public and private sectors.
About ADRD Alliance
Announcements
General Announcements
- The Idaho ADRD Program developed a new resource available for free download or print order: Navigating Dementia: A Workbook for Family Caregivers
- The Idaho ADRD Program created a new Brain Health, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, & Family Caregivers Across the Lifespan for Providers umbrella webpage!
- Memory Cafes are being facilitated in the Treasure Valley. If interested in learning more or joining, contact Karen Kkuba@jannus.org or 208-947-4283.
Contact Us
To get involved in the ADRD Alliance, please contact the ADRD Program team.
Email: ADRD@dhw.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-334-5928