ABOUT US

Who We are

Dementia is a complex and often misunderstood disease that affects millions of individuals and their families in the United States. Unfortunately, there remains a severe lack of funding, education, and resources available to those who need them most. While research for a cure is ongoing, the reality is that over 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia. 

Dementia Spotlight Foundation (a 501(c)(3)) was created to bridge that gap. We offer practical help and guidance through education and training programs, community support, and resources to help families navigate diagnosis and evolving needs.

We hope to show that there is quality of life after diagnosis and be a guiding light to help you navigate living with dementia. At DSF, we focus on LIFE before loss, RIGHTS before research, and CARE before cure.

***Dementia Spotlight Foundation is a not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. Donations are. tax-deductible. Our federal tax ID number is 81-2433400.***

Dementia Spotlight Foundation is dedicated to supporting lives through advocacy, socialization, and dementia education. We are committed to educating both family and professional caregivers about dementia-related diseases and enhancing the supports and standards of care needed. There are over 120 medical diagnoses leading to symptoms of dementia & the journey of dementia differs for each person depending on age, health, and the type of dementia diagnosis.

Dementia Spotlight Foundation envisions a world that does not fear dementia and fully embraces the rights and needs of individuals and families living with dementia. We aim to raise awareness about dementia with the goal of helping people and communities to better understand it.

LIFE before Loss. We are dedicated to changing perspective and improving lives of those living with dementia.  

Meet Our team

Whitney Oeltmann

Whitney Oeltmann

Co-Founder and Executive Director

Alyss Amster

Alyss Amster

Associate Executive Director

Gary Joseph LeBlanc

Gary Joseph LeBlanc, CDCS

Educational Director

Lynn Ross

Lynn Ross, LMSW

Information & Referral Director

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Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for those affected by dementia.

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Get Involved in our Dementia Support Programs

Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for those affected by dementia.