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A MESSAGE FROM This letter in the 2019 Annual Report started by talking about “stability and
visioning.” The first two-thirds of Fiscal Year 2020 proceeded as planned
with growth in revenue as well as in programs. We were the fortunate
recipient of several grants that enabled us to begin working on some
program development goals, and we were making progress in key areas of
our strategic Plan.

Then, of course, COVID-19 hit, and everything changed. It’s hard to look back
at the full year and not allow the pandemic to overshadow everything. But,
although overwhelming, it only occurred during the last four months of the
fiscal year. There’s plenty to be proud about during those months, but it
is important to remember the hard work and dedication of our amazing
HEATHER professionals throughout the year and the families who came to us for help
and support and had their needs met.
COOPER Our clients’ needs changed rapidly and became more critical as the first

ORTNER stay-at-home order went into effect and we moved fast to respond to
them. In some important ways, we do need to look at the year through two
PRESIDENT & CEO lenses: pre-COVID-19 and during the extended pandemic.

We have always worked to provide impactful programs and services, but
we believe the impact of our donors’ support can truly be seen in these
pages. Because of your commitment, we are pleased to report that we
ended the year in a strong position, with our dedication to our clients still
the motivation for everything we do.

We are grateful for your continued support of Alzheimer’s Los Angeles and
look forward to sharing better times with you in the future.

With gratitude,
JACKIE

MACIAS
Heather Cooper Ortner Jackie Macias
BOARD CHAIR President & CEO Board Chair