The Windward Foundation Extends Support for Care Consulting Services by Announcing $25,000 Grant to the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter
HERNDON, Va. (PRWEB) January 04, 2018 -- The Windward Foundation today announced a $25,000 grant to the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, extending its support for care consultation services and caregiver information, education and support delivered throughout the Chapter territory. The grant brings the Foundation’s total contribution to the Chapter to $55,000 in 2017. This gift was made possible from the proceeds of the Foundations’ first major fundraiser, the District Music Benefit, held in September 2017 at Gypsy Sally’s in Washington, D.C.
The Windward Foundation was founded in late 2016 by Sean McDermott, Founder and CEO of Windward Consulting Group. “Over the last 20 years we have always been a very philanthropic company, but I was committed to expand our footprint in the community. Individually we can do great things, but as a company we can create game-changing, long lasting impacts,” said Sean McDermott. “Looking back on our first year of the Windward Foundation, I am humbled by the support we have received and look forward to creating a legacy of support to families watching their loved one slip away from Alzheimer’s.”
“There are more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and the physical and financial toll it takes on caregivers is staggering. The Windward Foundation is proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association in its effort to ease the burden to families and help them navigate the difficult journey that comes with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias,” said Michele Darwin, Executive Director of the Windward Foundation.
In addition to its 2017 grants to the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, the Windward Foundation is developing new community programs for 2018 that focus on family caregivers.
“The Windward Foundation grant for care consultations has allowed the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter to expand support for families throughout our service territory,” said Ana Nelson, the Chapter’s vice president of programs and services. “Through these care consultations, we can provide an in-depth, personalized service for families facing the challenges and decisions associated with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. As a result, they develop a better understanding of the disease, create strategies for the best possible care management, and plan for the future. We are thankful to the Windward Foundation for their continued support.”
About the Windward Foundation
The mission of the Windward Foundation Fund is to ease the burden of caregiving by providing funding and support to individuals and families touched by Alzheimer’s disease. Founded in June 2016, The Windward Foundation Fund (D.B.A. Windward Foundation) is registered in the state of Virginia as tax-exempt 501(c)(3). The Foundation strives to fund qualified charitable organizations that support individuals (and their families) suffering from the adverse effects of Alzheimer’s disease, other dementia-related conditions and diseases associated with the overall decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily living. For more information, visit http://www.windward.com/foundation.
About the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter serves the District of Columbia, five counties in suburban and Southern Maryland and eleven counties in Northern Virginia. For more information, visit alz.org/nca.
Media Contact
Michele Darwin (214) 952-9793
The Windward Foundation
michele.darwin(at)windward(dot)com
Cindy Schelhorn (703) 766-9005
Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter
cindy.schelhorn(at)alz(dot)org
Michele Darwin, Windward Foundation, http://www.windward.com/foundation, +1 2149529793, [email protected]
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