Michael has served as Executive Director since 1996 and is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. Prior to joining the Resource Center staff, he was a Manager with Ernst & Young, LLP in their Health Care Consulting Practice. He has a degree in Health Care Administration from Stonehill College and has taught graduate courses in Health Care Public Policy at Yale University. Michael is active in local civic groups, the Alzheimer’s Association and the Connecticut Association of Not-for-Profit Providers for the Aging (CANPFA). He is frequently asked to speak on Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia care at national and international conferences.

Dr. Morgan earned his medical degree at the Harvard University Medical School with a specialization in psychiatry. He has practiced for more than 30 years at the Center for Geriatric and Family Psychiatry, Inc. in Glastonbury, CT. Dr. Morgan is an Advisory Board Member for the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Click HERE to read about a study on gerontology and driving, “Alzheimer’s, Dementia & Driving” in which he participated. The research was funded by the MIT Age Lab, The Hartford Financial Services Group, and Connecticut Community Care, Inc.

Dr. Seigal received his degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1979. He completed his internship at Norwalk Hospital and his residency in psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Seigal is a former Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar and is Director of Geriatric and Adult Psychiatry, LLC, in Hamden, CT. He is also an Associate Clinical Professor in the department of psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine and is an attending psychiatrist at the Hospital of Saint Raphael.

Dr. Seigal is a member of several professional associations including the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, where he is past president, the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Geriatric Society and the American Medical Directors Association. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences on geriatric psychiatry, dementia and neuropsychiatry, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care.

He has written and co-written numerous books including Forget Me not, Caring for and Coping with Your Aging Parents, and book chapters, articles, and reviews. Dr. Siegal is actively involved in research for companies including Bristol-Myers Squibb, Parke-Davis, Miles, Inc., Eisai Pharmaceuticals, and A.H. Robbins Company.

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Eileen has been at the Alzheimer's Resource Center since 1998 and she has worked in dementia care since 1988 in various long-term care settings. Eileen is certified in Gerontology and has held several prior appointments here as Director of Infection Control, Director of Quality Assurance and Director of Nursing Services. A graduate of Hunter College, Bellevue School of Nursing, Eileen worked at Bellevue Hospital in medical intensive care and in the operating room at New York University Hospital. She is a member of the Connecticut Director of Nurses Association (CONDNA) and CANPFA.

Claudette has been employed at the Center for 14 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Boston University and earned a Master’s in Nursing from the University of Maryland. She has served as a Resident Care Coordinator for our Skilled Care units and as Service Coordinator for Assisted Living. Claudette first became interested in working with individuals with dementia through her son, who volunteered at the Resource Center and shared his experiences with her.

Karyn joined the organization in 1997 with responsibility for compensation and benefits, accounts payable and computer information systems. She also works with the Executive Director on major organizational initiatives. Karyn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development, Counseling and Family Studies at the University of Rhode Island and is currently pursuing her Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University.

Kelly received her BSN from Saint Anselm College and her MSN from Saint Joseph College. She was a fellow in the 2007 Leadership AAHSA Academy. Her experiences in the field of aging services include being a director of nursing, clinical educator, nursing supervisor and adjunct faculty member at the University of Hartford. She is a Chair of the Shared Learning Committee for the Leadership AAHSA Alumni. Kelly has presented at seminars for healthcare professionals on topics including creativity in staff development, person centered care, culture change, dementia care specialist and leadership development in geriatric nursing. She has written multiple books and articles focused on creative staff development. She is the author of Advance for Long-Term Care Management Dementia Care Coach on-line blog.

Kim joined the leadership team in 1992 and has worked in long-term care for more than 18 years as Nursing Supervisor, Director of Infection Control, and Resident Care Coordinator. In 2006, Kim was appointed Director of Assisted Living and Adult Day Services. Prior to that time, Kim was an obstetrical nurse at New Britain General Hospital and a clinical nurse instructor in the New Britain Public Schools. She earned her nursing degree from Middlesex College and is a Therapeutic Touch Practitioner. She currently serves as president of the Infection Control Nurses of Connecticut Association.

Kate came to the Resource Center in 2007 after 25 years managing fund raising and alumni relations programs at St. Joseph College, Quinnipiac University and Choate Rosemary Hall. She has extensive experience with annual giving, major gifts, corporate and foundation relations and managing capital campaigns. Kate is a Certified Fund Raising Executive, recognized by the Association of Fund Raising Professionals. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and a Master’s degree in Education from St. Joseph College.

Erica graduated from University of Florida and Tufts University. She holds a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. Prior to joining the team at the Alzheimer’s Resource Center, she was the OT Clinical Coordinator at the Institute of Living. She has also served as an adjunct professor in the COTA program at Briarwood College. She has mentored numerous OT students and developed innovative student program models. She is dedicated to enhancing the function and improving the quality of life for people with dementia. Erica facilitates Dementia Care Coaching for families and professionals caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease living in the community.

Anne recently joined the staff and is responsible for recruiting and hiring, staff recognition programs and employee benefits administration. Her prior experience includes eight years as Human Resource Administrator and Recruiting Coordinator for Ernst & Young, LLP in Hartford, Connecticut. Most recently, Anne was employed as an adoption social worker for Lutheran Community Services of Southern New England, Inc. She is a graduate of Fairfield University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and minor in Sociology.

Irena was appointed Chaplain in 2002 and has enjoyed a long career in Nursing, Psychology and as an Art Therapist. She earned her R.N. at Queens Hospital Center School of Nursing and her Bachelor's degree from Mary Mount Manhattan College. Irena also holds a Master's in Art Therapy from New York University and was awarded her doctorate in Psychology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology. Her interest in pastoral care drew her to Yale Divinity School where she secured a Master's of Divinity and training as a chaplain. While at the Divinity School, Irena also earned a degree in Sacred Theology with a focus on theological arts. She provides pastoral care to residents and their families that has a unique integration of spirituality and art. Residents paint, sculpt and express themselves creatively even as their other capacities diminish. Their art work is on display in the Resource Center's Gallery.

Gayle has served as Director of Plant Maintenance and Operations since 2003 and directs the Operations Department including all physical facilities and Environmental Services such as maintenance, housekeeping and laundry. She has 16 years of plant operations experience including 3 years as the Plant Operations Director for Avery Heights in Hartford, Connecticut, and Regional Plant Operations Director for Radius Management in Framingham, MA.

Harry joined the staff recently and has over 20 years of culinary arts experience. He is a Certified Dietary Manager and Certified Food Protection Professional, the highest levels of professional achievement available from the Dietary Managers Association. Harry is responsible for kitchen management, menu planning and production, purchasing, training and customer service. Before his employment at the Resource Center, Harry worked as Food Service Director at several educational and long-term care facilities and was Executive Chef at the Whitman Restaurant in Farmington.

Jennifer began her career in long-term care in 1997 after earning her bachelor’s degree at Assumption College. She joined the staff in 2003, and assists with the development of care plans. Jennifer also provides important support to families as residents progress in the disease and require different levels of care. Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Gerontology from Southern Connecticut State University.