Anchorage
We offer services state-wide with offices in Anchorage Wasilla Fairbanks
Copper River & Statewide online support
Anchorage
1750 Abbott Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 561-3313
Fax (907) 561-3315
Toll-free within Alaska
(outside of Anchorage)
1-800-478-1080
Care Coordination
📞 (907) 677-6789
Fax (907) 561-3315
Anchorage Education Team
Kay Papakristo, M.Ed. has been an educator and disabilities advocate for over 27 years and is currently specializing in seniors and those living with dementia.
Kay has more than fifteen years of experience in academic program administration and workforce training. She is skilled in program development and assessment, outcomes evaluation, instructional design and technologies.
In her current role as Education Director with Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska, Kay oversees the education department, collaborates with state and local partners, and manages multiple grant programs in an effort to educate and support all Alaskan’s impacted by dementia.
When Kay is not working, she enjoys adventures with her family and friends .
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 126]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ kpapakristo@alzalaska.org
Kay Papakristo, M.Ed. has been an educator and disabilities advocate for over 27 years and is currently specializing in seniors and those living with dementia.
Kay has more than fifteen years of experience in academic program administration and workforce training. She is skilled in program development and assessment, outcomes evaluation, instructional design and technologies.
In her current role as Education Director with Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska, Kay oversees the education department, collaborates with state and local partners, and manages multiple grant programs in an effort to educate and support all Alaskan’s impacted by dementia.
When Kay is not working, she enjoys adventures with her family and friends .
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 126]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ kpapakristo@alzalaska.org
Kevin is our expert on mini-grants and offers support to the Education team. His personal experiences in dealing with dementia make him a valuable resource to those navigating a similar journey.
Specialty: Mini-Grants, COHO
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 122]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ ksilver@alzalaska.org
Kevin is our expert on mini-grants and offers support to the Education team. His personal experiences in dealing with dementia make him a valuable resource to those navigating a similar journey.
Specialty: Mini-Grants, COHO
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 122]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ ksilver@alzalaska.org
Stephanie Sanderlin is an Indigenous advocate and educator originally from Dillingham, Alaska, and a member of the Curyung Tribal Council. She is currently serving as the Provider Training and Development Specialist at Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska (ARA).
Prior to joining ARA, Stephanie worked as a middle school Language Arts teacher for the Anchorage School District, a Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Nursing Student Success Facilitator at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and the Elder Engagement Coordinator for the Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association. With nearly 25 years of experience serving people with diverse needs and goals, Stephanie has consistently upheld the belief that where there is life, there is hope.
Specialty: Provider Training and Development
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 147]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ ssanderlin@alzalaska.org
Stephanie Sanderlin is an Indigenous advocate and educator originally from Dillingham, Alaska, and a member of the Curyung Tribal Council. She is currently serving as the Provider Training and Development Specialist at Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska (ARA).
Prior to joining ARA, Stephanie worked as a middle school Language Arts teacher for the Anchorage School District, a Recruitment and Retention of Alaska Natives into Nursing Student Success Facilitator at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and the Elder Engagement Coordinator for the Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association. With nearly 25 years of experience serving people with diverse needs and goals, Stephanie has consistently upheld the belief that where there is life, there is hope.
Specialty: Provider Training and Development
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 147]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ ssanderlin@alzalaska.org
Shelby moved to Alaska after completing her Masters of Public Health in Health, Services, Policy and Management at the University of South Carolina. She is an Aunt to six nephews and two nieces, and is a ‘Dog Mom’ to her 10-year-old rescued Miniature Pincher named Jake. When she is not at work, Shelby is pursuing her PhD in Health Education and Promotion at Walden University, and also enjoys hiking and tv shows like New Girl and Brooklyn 99.
COHO Director
Specialty: Dementia Education
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 136]
✉ sfarthing@alzalaska.org
Shelby moved to Alaska after completing her Masters of Public Health in Health, Services, Policy and Management at the University of South Carolina. She is an Aunt to six nephews and two nieces, and is a ‘Dog Mom’ to her 10-year-old rescued Miniature Pincher named Jake. When she is not at work, Shelby is pursuing her PhD in Health Education and Promotion at Walden University, and also enjoys hiking and tv shows like New Girl and Brooklyn 99.
COHO Director
Specialty: Dementia Education
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 136]
✉ sfarthing@alzalaska.org
Debbie excels at providing educational support for people living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, their families, and their care partners.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 123]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ dchulick@alzalaska.org
Debbie excels at providing educational support for people living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, their families, and their care partners.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 123]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ dchulick@alzalaska.org
Anchorage Care Coordination Team
Bio coming soon…
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 145]
✉ jchurch@ccralaska.org
Tami graduated from Biola University with a BA in Psychology. Her interest and the majority of her career has been in working with people with multiple challenges: intellectual & developmental disabilities, physical conditions & illnesses, substance abuse, mental health disorders, etc. Tami’s choice of careers was heavily influenced by her experiences with her youngest brother, who was born with a significant birth defect. With her parents’ support and care, he lived with her family the majority of his young life. Tami has seen the power of love and faith in altering someone’s life when doctors had given no hope. When his medical conditions progressed, he moved to a large group home in Anchorage where he was lovingly cared for by staff. She’s witnessed the power of someone’s life who, though very limited in his communication and physical abilities, made a profound impact on those around him. Through her brother’s life, she learned that someone’s life cannot be measured by what they do, but in the essence of who they are. Through Tami’s work as a Care Coordinator, she seeks to tell each person’s story, so their goals, interests & talents, and support needs are known and met through natural supports, community resources, and Waiver services.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 109]
✉ tbalts@ccralaska.org
Tami graduated from Biola University with a BA in Psychology. Her interest and the majority of her career has been in working with people with multiple challenges: intellectual & developmental disabilities, physical conditions & illnesses, substance abuse, mental health disorders, etc. Tami’s choice of careers was heavily influenced by her experiences with her youngest brother, who was born with a significant birth defect. With her parents’ support and care, he lived with her family the majority of his young life. Tami has seen the power of love and faith in altering someone’s life when doctors had given no hope. When his medical conditions progressed, he moved to a large group home in Anchorage where he was lovingly cared for by staff. She’s witnessed the power of someone’s life who, though very limited in his communication and physical abilities, made a profound impact on those around him. Through her brother’s life, she learned that someone’s life cannot be measured by what they do, but in the essence of who they are. Through Tami’s work as a Care Coordinator, she seeks to tell each person’s story, so their goals, interests & talents, and support needs are known and met through natural supports, community resources, and Waiver services.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 109]
✉ tbalts@ccralaska.org
Taylor is a born and raised Alaskan who graduated from Dimond High School. At 18, she went to Tucson, AZ to pursue a degree. She got her BA in psychology, and also graduated with minors in French as well as Special Education. After college, she did a little bit of traveling before returning back to Alaska in 2018.
Taylor has worked in a variety of positions from the service industry to the healthcare industry. Taylor started in this field as a DSP at Hope Community Resources, eventually obtaining her behavioral technician certification, then becoming a mental health case manager. Wanting to expand her horizons, she worked as a case manager at the 4As. While in this position, she helped house over 25 individuals and helped to manage a caseload of 50. Taylor has an extensive history working with marginalized groups, intellectual disabilities, mental health, and those with co-occurring diagnoses.
Taylor has been working at CCRA since January 2024. She loves to find new ways and resources to help each individual she works with. She values face-to-face interaction with every client she takes on. With a background in case management, Taylor is extremely well-versed in resources available to different populations in the Anchorage area. She is always trying to learn new things and figure out how to utilize this knowledge to help clients live full and meaningful lives.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 125]
✉ TAllen@ccralaska.org
Taylor is a born and raised Alaskan who graduated from Dimond High School. At 18, she went to Tucson, AZ to pursue a degree. She got her BA in psychology, and also graduated with minors in French as well as Special Education. After college, she did a little bit of traveling before returning back to Alaska in 2018.
Taylor has worked in a variety of positions from the service industry to the healthcare industry. Taylor started in this field as a DSP at Hope Community Resources, eventually obtaining her behavioral technician certification, then becoming a mental health case manager. Wanting to expand her horizons, she worked as a case manager at the 4As. While in this position, she helped house over 25 individuals and helped to manage a caseload of 50. Taylor has an extensive history working with marginalized groups, intellectual disabilities, mental health, and those with co-occurring diagnoses.
Taylor has been working at CCRA since January 2024. She loves to find new ways and resources to help each individual she works with. She values face-to-face interaction with every client she takes on. With a background in case management, Taylor is extremely well-versed in resources available to different populations in the Anchorage area. She is always trying to learn new things and figure out how to utilize this knowledge to help clients live full and meaningful lives.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 125]
✉ TAllen@ccralaska.org
Administrative Team
Lisa Sauder is an accomplished leader in the nonprofit sector, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as the Executive Director of Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska (ARA). With a remarkable track record in nonprofit leadership, Lisa’s tenure spans over two decades.
Previously, Lisa served as the Executive Director of Bean’s Cafe, a prominent organization in Anchorage dedicated to addressing homelessness and hunger. Her strategic vision and leadership played a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s impact and reach within the community.
Before her role at Bean’s Cafe, Lisa was the Executive Director for the Alaska chapter of the American Heart Association, where her strategic approach and dedication significantly contributed to the success of the association’s mission to promote cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of heart diseases in Alaska.
Lisa is honored to join the ARA team, recognizing the transformative power of nonprofit organizations. Committed to enhancing the services and support provided by ARA, she is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Her extensive background in nonprofit leadership, coupled with her passion for serving the Alzheimer’s community, positions her well to lead ARA into its next phase of growth and impact.
Lisa works with a diverse board of directors, professional staff, family caregivers, and community partners across Alaska to oversee the organization’s effectiveness by providing strategic, operational, and inspirational leadership that is consistent with the mission, values, and principles of Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska. She resides in South Anchorage and enjoys fishing, hiking, bike riding and cooking for friends and family.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 120]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ lsauder@ALZalaska.org
Lisa Sauder is an accomplished leader in the nonprofit sector, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to her role as the Executive Director of Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska (ARA). With a remarkable track record in nonprofit leadership, Lisa’s tenure spans over two decades.
Previously, Lisa served as the Executive Director of Bean’s Cafe, a prominent organization in Anchorage dedicated to addressing homelessness and hunger. Her strategic vision and leadership played a pivotal role in expanding the organization’s impact and reach within the community.
Before her role at Bean’s Cafe, Lisa was the Executive Director for the Alaska chapter of the American Heart Association, where her strategic approach and dedication significantly contributed to the success of the association’s mission to promote cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of heart diseases in Alaska.
Lisa is honored to join the ARA team, recognizing the transformative power of nonprofit organizations. Committed to enhancing the services and support provided by ARA, she is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Her extensive background in nonprofit leadership, coupled with her passion for serving the Alzheimer’s community, positions her well to lead ARA into its next phase of growth and impact.
Lisa works with a diverse board of directors, professional staff, family caregivers, and community partners across Alaska to oversee the organization’s effectiveness by providing strategic, operational, and inspirational leadership that is consistent with the mission, values, and principles of Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska. She resides in South Anchorage and enjoys fishing, hiking, bike riding and cooking for friends and family.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 120]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ lsauder@ALZalaska.org
In October 2023, Rob made a bold move from Virginia to Alaska, drawn by the exciting opportunity to become the Director of Operations at Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska. Despite never having visited Alaska before, the job offer inspired him to take the leap. Soon after arriving, Rob not only developed a deep affection for his role but also fell in love with the beauty of Alaska.
Beyond his professional commitment, Rob has a genuine passion for nature and wildlife. During weekends, you’ll often find him hiking, even in the snow and frigid temperatures, embracing the outdoor wonders that Alaska has to offer.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 104]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ operations@alzalaska.org
In October 2023, Rob made a bold move from Virginia to Alaska, drawn by the exciting opportunity to become the Director of Operations at Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska. Despite never having visited Alaska before, the job offer inspired him to take the leap. Soon after arriving, Rob not only developed a deep affection for his role but also fell in love with the beauty of Alaska.
Beyond his professional commitment, Rob has a genuine passion for nature and wildlife. During weekends, you’ll often find him hiking, even in the snow and frigid temperatures, embracing the outdoor wonders that Alaska has to offer.
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 104]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ operations@alzalaska.org
Bio coming soon
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 107]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ development@alzalaska.org
Bio coming soon
📞 907-561-3313 [ext 107]
📠 907-561-3315
✉ development@alzalaska.org
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