Port Washington, NY - September 28, 2016 - Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation (LIAF) headquartered in Port Washington for more than 25 years, will host its Making Memories: Cocktails & Casino Night at Carlyle On The Green in Farmingdale, NY on Wednesday, October 19 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit LIAF’s Memory Fitness Center as well as its mission in improving the quality of life for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related memory disorders along with their caregivers.
Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, open bar, buffet dinner, casino, an awards program, electronic journal and silent auction/raffle will offer a fantastic night for attendees.
LIAF proudly recognizes Gary L. Bernardini, M.D., Ph.D., Professor of Neurology, Chairman, Department of Neurology, New York-Presbyterian/Queens and Vice-Chair, Department of Neurology, Weill Cornell Medical College, with the “Outstanding Physician Award. In addition, LIAF’s “Outstanding Philanthropic Achievement Award” will be presented to Peter J. Klein, CFA, HighTower Advisors and President of The Claire Friedlander Family Foundation.
“Alzheimer’s Disease is having a devastating impact on families across Long Island. The programs that LIAF offers improve quality of life and provide caregivers a much needed respite. We are proud to recognize Dr. Bernardini and Mr. Klein for exemplifying the importance of excellence of care and the need for philanthropic support,” said LIAF Executive Director Tori Cohen.
Over the past 25 years, LIAF, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, has provided supportive community-based services to Alzheimer’s families on Long Island. The Foundation has been a pioneering leader in the development of innovative and effective services that foster the independence, dignity, well-being and safety of individuals with Alzheimer’s, thus aiding in the prevention of premature nursing home placement. Its programs offer help and hope for families grappling with Alzheimer’s disease while providing support for their caregivers.
Tickets are $150 per person and sponsorships are available. For information about LIAF programs and services visit www.liaf.org. For Cocktails & Casino Night reservations or sponsorship opportunities contact via email or (516) 993-4056.