Memory Disorders: What They Are and The Impact on Quality of Life
After this presentation an advocate will be able to:
- What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders
- Why it is important to get the correct diagnosis.
- The impact on families when a patient is diagnosed with one of these diseases
- How community resources can help the patient and the family cope.
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Lauren Vlachos, MS, CFRE
Lauren Vlachos joined the Long Island’s Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center (ADRC) as its Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer in June 2022.
Previously, Lauren served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Suffolk County Council, Boy Scouts of America, where she began her career as an entry level executive providing support and services to the FDR Special Needs Scouting Division and the career-education program Exploring. During her time with the Boy Scouts, Lauren rose to the level of Chief Operating Officer supporting a team of executives and overseeing a $2.7 million yearly budget and 14,000 youth members. Lauren was responsible for Board Development, risk management, youth safety, staff development, budget oversight, fundraising, volunteer management, and membership growth.
Prior to joining the Boy Scouts of America, Lauren served as a United States Peace Corps Volunteer in Niger, West Africa for 2.5 years where she worked on community health campaigns and served with Jimmy Carters Global 2000 Foundation to eradicate Guinea Worm in the country.
Lauren earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Gettysburg College, a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from the New School University, and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE). She has over 21 years of experience in the Nonprofit sector.
Lauren is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America serving as a committee member and den leader. She is a member of the Returned Peace Corps Association and AFPLI. She is married with 3 children, 2 dogs, and a cat. She is a master gardener, an avid outdoors-woman, and an environmentalist. She is passionate about giving back to her community and is excited to lead ADRC.