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Multicultural Outreach initiatives identify and serve the culturally sensitive needs of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer�s disease and other dementias. Please read the Multicultural Outreach Program Update from October, 1998. Background: The Multicultural Outreach Initiative was approved by the Board of Directors in June of 1996. The purpose was to bring services and programs of the Chapter to the culturally diverse groups in our target area. Northern Virginia has a mosaic of cultures, languages, and nationalities. According to the 1990 Census one in four persons is a member of a racial or ethnic minority, and one in seven Northern Virginians are foreign born. English is not the primary language spoken in almost one in five households. It is the focus of the Multicultural Outreach Initiative to help identify and serve the culturally sensitive needs of Elders and their families affected by Alzheimer�s disease and other forms of dementia. A 3-Year Strategic Plan developed by a Multicultural Committee and is now underway to identify the need for bilingual/bicultural information, educational programs and services for the multiethnic populations. As we enter into the 21st century it is expected to have culturally competent models which have been tested and can be replicated by others. The Multicultural Committee represent the diverse cultural groups in our territory. They represent community and ethnic leaders, service providers, policy makers who are targeting the needs of the Hispanic, Asian and African American communities. The approach is a multicultural perspective which emphasizes the concept of culture as central rather than being a marginal aspect. Mission: To improve the quality of life of culturally diverse Elders and their families who are affected with Alzheimer�s disease and other forms of dementia within our service area. Goals: A major goal is to incorporate the Multicultural Outreach Initiative into the existing Chapter�s programs and services and to develop and implement culturally sensitive models in the community. To promote awareness for ethnic leaders, service providers and Elders and their families about Alzheimer�s disease. To educate multicultural groups and existing agencies about culturally sensitive information regarding Alzheimer�s disease and forms of dementia. To develop partnerships with key agencies and organizations that will collaborate in a comprehensive community outreach. Proposed Areas of Concentration - 1997 to 2000: Translation of educational materials into specific ethnic languages e.g. Hispanic, Korean and Vietnamese Bilingual Pool of Resources to assist with the Chapter�s Services e.g. Helpline calls Resources bilingual Physicians, services providers etc. Educational Forums to disseminate information on Alzheimer�s disease and other forms of dementia. Multicultural Committee Chair Toni Clemons-Porter, Long Term Care Administrator Prince William County Area Agency on Aging 7987 Ashton Ave. Suite 231 Manassas, VA 20109 Tel:703-792-6400 Fax:703-792-4734 African American Work Group Chair Dr. Frieda R. Butler Professor & Coordinator Gerontology Certificate Program George Mason University MSN3NC4 4400 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 Tel:703-993-1911 Fax:703- 75968 Hispanic Work Group Chair Susana Ortiz-Ang Geriatric Care Manager Care Options for the Elderly 200 Little Falls Street Suite 501 Falls Church, VA 22046 Tel:703-237-9048 Asian work Group Co-Chairs Dr. Surjit Kaur, Southeast Asian Coordinator Center for Multicultual Human Services 701 Broad Street Suite 305 Falls Church, VA 22046 Tel:703-533-3302 Fax:703-237-2083 Kiem Le, Vietnamese Case Manager 701 Broad Street Suite 305 Falls Church,VA 22046 Tel:703-533-3302 Fax:703-237-2083 For more information about the Multicultural Outreach Initiative, please contact Pauline Mahon-Stetson at the Chapter office: (703) 359-4440. Home | Contribute | Volunteer | Membership | What's New | Calendar of Events | Links | About Alzheimer's | Programs & Services | Search Last updated: November 27, 1997 Please return to https://www.alz-nova.org or call 800-207-8679 or (703) 359-4440 for more information about services in Northern Virginia. © 1997 - 2000 Alzheimer's Association, Northern Virginia Chapter. All rights reserved.