Remembering Alice Gunderson

By Kelly Takasu
Senior Manager, Public Policy

Alice Gunderson was a champion for families living Alzheimer’s or another dementia, the underserved, and the Japanese American community. A quiet powerhouse, Alice’s empathy, understanding, and patience was a source of comfort for many.

When I first […]

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Did You Know?

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