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About ADAKC
Alzheimer’s Disease Association of Kern County (ADAKC) is a licensed adult care center where you can confidently take your loved one Monday through Friday, 7am to 5pm.
Specialized, trained, and educated caregivers offer brain stimulation, a variety of activities, and nutritious meals prepared daily. Established in 1982, ADAKC has been serving Kern County clients and their families on the Alzheimer’s journey for 37 years.
01Our Mission
Our mission at ADAKC is to improve the lives of Kern County residents affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders like dementia.
Ultimately, it is our vision to improve the lives of those on the Alzheimer's journey with the help and support they need as well as their families and caretakers.
02Our Values
Every decision and plan put into place are done so with 3 core values in mind.
- Family: Treating everyone with the compassion, dignity and respect of a family member.
- Integrity: Doing the right thing regardless of the situation.
- Purpose: All deliberate actions aligned with our vision:
03Our Goal
Our overarching goal is to support local caregivers as they care for their loved one. We work to give you peace of mind and confidence that your loved one will be provided for by one of Kern County’s finest programs, while giving you relief from the extreme dedication of caregiving.
Client Reviews
"ADAKC is an amazing establishment with the most caring and loving staff ever. If you’re a caregiver of a loved one and are hesitant...Don’t Be! They have been so comforting and helpful to my mother and to myself, I honestly don’t know where I’d be without them. It gives me such comfort to see that my mom is happy and loves coming here. Thank you ADAKC for all that you do!"
Kathy Semels Clunich
via Facebook
"The staff is so good to my dad and all of the other clients there. They have great activities for them as well. To watch the staff interact with the clients fills your heart with love. Knowing when you have to leave them there for a few hours gives you a peace of mind."
Karen Harrison-Albert
via Facebook
"ADAKC's Adult Day Care Services have been an amazing place for my grandmother who has Alzheimer's disease. I can't say enough about the caring staff who really understand how to be kind and stimulate people with this disease. It has been a blessing for our family! Thank you for all you do!"
Kelsie Barrie
via Facebook
"ADAKC is the local (Kern County) and best source for information if you loved one has a dementia. You can g take advantage of support groups, evaluations, etc at no charge. They is also day care for your loved ones, which provides you, the caregivers, a much needed rest. There are also scholarships to help with the costs of day care. November is national caregiver month, use ADAKC too make your life better and help spread the word."
Jess F. Deegan II
via Facebook
ADAKC Staff
- Janelle Capra
Executive Director - Kim McAnally
Facility Program Director - Yvette Juarez
Business Operations Manager - Becca Montoya
Marketing & Sales Manager - Julie Juarez-Ceja
Community Relations Director - Patty Flores
Family Services Manager - Sandie McDaniel
Activities Manager - Karlie Reynolds
Event Coordinator - Chastity Espericueta
Receptionist - Otilia Benavidez
Family Services Assistant - Jacqueline Hernandez
Program Manager Assistant - Jennifer Calvario
Program Assistant - Rhonda Smith
Site Coordinator - Jamaica Ward
Program Assistant - Martha Sanchez
Program Assistant - Jose Sosa
Program Assistant - Rosa Bazan
Cook - Egypt Hudson
Program Assistant - Desiree Searcy
Program Assistant - Haley Berner
Community Outreach Assistant
Board of Directors
Executive Board
- Mark Woodward
President - Sonia Lopez
Vice President - Nick Ambrosini
Treasurer - Marcella Ives
Secretary - Donna Winkley
Community
- Katie Allen
Board Member - Elena LaRoque
Board Member - Maria Lazzerini
Board Member - Jonathan S. Motter
Board Member - Jonny Perez
Board Member - Felicia Schoepfer
Board Member
Advisory Board
- Bob Meadows
Advisory Board Member - William C. “Bill” Wright
Advisory Board Member
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About Rose Lazzerini Campus
Our new facility accommodates up to 100 clients and includes an Art Therapy Room, Imaginarium, Game Room, Quiet Room, and Café. All areas are equipped to serve various size client groups, including those individuals who just need a little quiet time.
Through the generosity of our community, we’ve seen our dream become a reality. We reached our goal of raising $3.5 million, which allowed us to continue to offer day services at an affordable rate for families who attend the Day Services Program.
Thank You
About Rose Lazzerini
Rose was born July 3, 1927 in Councilbluffs, Iowa. She graduated from UCLA, became a teacher, married her high school sweetheart and was blessed with four wonderful children. Whenever she walked into a room the whole place would light up. The red hair on her head was a perfect indication of what kind of woman she was.
She was loving, passionate and feisty. Her love was evident through her caring actions. In 2008, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. We had the chance of getting to know Rose at our first campus on Olive Dr. and even though she is no longer with us her beautiful legacy remains.
