Here's to Hope Luncheon

Friday, May 6, 2022
11am-3:00pm

The Oyster Bay Mansion
Oyster Bay, NY

Join us for an exciting event featuring fashion with Fox’s in Mineola, local boutique shopping, raffles and more!

WE ARE SOLD OUT! Please contact Caitlin Anderson (canderson@lidementia.org) to request to be on our waitlist.

2022 Event Committee

CO-CHAIRS- Daria Gentile | Laura LaFauci

COMMITTEE- Pat Bailey | Lisa V Belinsky | Kim Bertolino | Sandra Brennan | Rachel Brooke | Jennifer Devine | Mary Eibeler |Laura Emmert | Shaina Flanzraich | Amy Fleischer | Jackie Hertling | Jen Hesekiel | Lydia Knipper | Brianna Knox | Jennifer Kurtzman | Tim Matejka | Michelle Melville | Jessica Moller | Simone Politidis | Diana Pralgo | Melissa Schuhmacher | Stella Shank | Karen Signoracci | Jillian Simeone |
Penelope Wamboldt

Our Honoree


Stuart B. Almer
President and CEO of Gurwin Healthcare System

Stuart B. Almer is President and Chief Executive Officer of Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Gurwin Jewish - Fay J. Lindner Residences, Gurwin Home Care Agency and Gurwin Healthcare Foundation. He was recently appointed to the Leading Age New York Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Cabinet, and the Board of Directors of the Association of Jewish Aging Services (AJAS) for which he served as co-chair of the AJAS 2019 Conference Committee. Almer is also an Adjunct Professor in the Masters in Health Administration Program at Hofstra University, and previously served in a similar capacity in Hofstra’s Gerontology Program. He often lectures to community and civic organizations on quality, leadership, the status of long term care, and the overall state of the healthcare system.

Almer grew up on the South Shore of Long Island. He resides in Plainview and is proud that his entire family is now in the healthcare field.

Caregiver Advocate Award


Jennifer Kurtzman


Jennifer Kurtzman has over 20 years digital advertising sales experience, with an expertise in strategy! Her passion lies in social media marketing and social storytelling.

In 2021, Jennifer partnered up with Jay Asparro to help increase awareness to the 6th Annual Ann Asparro Run and utilize her social skills for "good." With a whole lot of heart, together they created a "village". Jennifer executed on her strategy by increasing awareness and donations through the 1st Annual Ann Asparro fundraising summer dinner series, local collaborations and popular weekly Instagram Live conversations. Through the power of social community and leveraging tools that support caregivers, Jennifer has created what some call "a movement" behind The Ann Asparro Run's mission to reach and support caregivers.

Jennifer resides in Plainview with her husband Jordan and two children Jonah, age 7, and Romy, age 5. Her interests include hosting friends and family, sharing on Instagram, helping others and is beyond honored to be part of the LIAD community!

Sponsorship Opportunities


Double Platinum Sponsor - $10,000 - SOLD OUT

Two tables of ten (10) at luncheon; 2 Full Page Digital Journal ads; VIP seating by runway; company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, event e-blasts, webpage, and signage, including individual board; custom social media template; signage at event parking; company brochure in goody bags (optional); company banner display (optional); 8 raffle tickets per guest; acknowledgement at the event.

Platinum Sponsor - $7,500 - SOLD OUT

Two tables of ten (10) at luncheon; 2 Full Page Digital Journal ads; VIP seating by runway; company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, event e-blasts, webpage, and signage; custom social media template; 3 raffle tickets per guest; acknowledgement at the event.

Double Gold Sponsor - $5,000 - SOLD OUT

Table of ten (10) at luncheon. Full Page Digital Journal ad; company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, event e-blasts, webpage, and signage; custom social media template; acknowledgement at the event; 1 raffle ticket per guest.

Gold Sponsor - $2,500 - SOLD OUT

Luncheon and show tickets for six (6) guests; Full Page Digital Journal ad; Company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, event e-blasts, webpage, and signage; custom social media template.

Spring Special Sponsor - $1,500 - SOLD OUT
(expired 4/1/2022)

Luncheon and show tickets for five (5) guests - Company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, event e-blasts, webpage, and signage, including individual board; custom social media template.

Silver Sponsor - $1,250 - SOLD OUT

Luncheon and show tickets for four (4) guests; Full Page Digital Journal ad; Company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, webpage, and signage; custom social media template; 3 raffle tickets per guest.

Bronze Sponsor - $800 - SOLD OUT

Luncheon and show tickets for two (2) guests; Half Page Digital Journal ad; Company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, webpage, and signage.

LIAD Center Sponsor - $500 - SOLD OUT

Luncheon and show ticket for one (1) guest; Quarter Page Digital Journal ad; Company name/logo on LIAD Center social media pages, webpage, and signage.

Exclusive Sponsorships

Caregiver Sponsor - $1,500 - SOLD OUT

Luncheon And Show For Six (6) Guests; 3 Raffle Tickets Per Guest. Half Page Digital Journal ad; signage at the event.

AV Sponsor - $1,000

Full Page Digital Journal ad; company name/logo on event webpage and LIAD Center social media pages; exclusive signage at the DJ/AV.

Dessert Sponsor (limited to 2) - $1,000 - SOLD OUT

Full Page Digital Journal ad; company name/logo on event webpage and LIAD Center social media pages; exclusive signage at the buffet.

Shop 'Til You Drop Sponsor (limited to 2) - $600

Half Page Digital Journal; Company name/logo on event webpage and LIAD Center social media pages; exclusive signage at the boutique area.

Cocktail Sponsor (limited to 2) - $600

Half Page Digital Journal; Company name/logo on event webpage and LIAD Center social media pages; exclusive signage at the cocktail bar.

Décor Sponsor (SOLD OUT) - $500

Full Page Digital Journal ad; placement of company name and logo on LIAD Center website; signage at event.

Volunteer Sponsor - $300

Half Page Digital Journal ad and signage at event.

Casino / Luncheon Event Bundle

*To inquire, contact canderson@lidementia.org

Purchase one sponsorship for each of these events and receive a 10% discount on the total price of your two sponsorships. Sponsorship purchases can be for different amounts but must be worth a minimum of $500 for each event in order to receive the discount.

Digital Journal

*send logos to canderson@lidementia.org by 4/20/2022

Full Page - $500
Half Page - $250
Quarter Page - $125

Additional Tickets

Table of Ten - $1,400 - SOLD OUT
Individual Ticket - $150 - SOLD OUT

COVID-19 Protocols

The following protocols will be in affect at our event to ensure the upmost safety of attendees:

  • Vaccinated attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination upon arrival.
  • Unvaccinated attendees will be required to provide negative COVID-19 test results taken within 24 hours prior to the event.  Please take a screenshot or bring a print-out of the results and be prepared to show that at registration.
  • If you are symptomatic, or have been recently directly exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, please refrain from attending the event.
  • Wearing masks will not be required but is encouraged.
  • Wearing masks and gloves will be required for all venue staff.

    *These precautions are subject to change as per the Department of Health guidelines. We will provide updates as necessary.

  • OUR MISSION

    Our mission is to help improve the quality of life for those living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other related dementias, and their caregivers. For over 30 years the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia (LIAD) Center has served as a lifeline to diagnosed individuals and their families throughout Long Island. The LIAD Center takes considerable pride in its pioneering role in the development of cutting-edge services that foster the independence, dignity well-being and safety of individuals with dementia, thus aiding in the prevention of premature nursing home placement. We are committed to the belief that there is life worth living after a diagnosis. Our caring professionals help program participants maximize their remaining abilities, while providing much-needed information, support and respite to family caregivers.

    BOARD OF TRUSTEES

    CHAIR
    Jessica Moller, Esq. | Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC

    VICE CHAIR
    Todd Hesekiel, Esq. | McLaughlin & Stern, LLP

    SECRETARY

    Jennifer B. Cona, Esq. | Cona Elder Law

    TREASURER
    Carmine Asparro | OnPoint Partners

    MEMBERS
    Scott W. Berfas | Newmark
    Paul Eibeler | COKeM International Ltd.
    Thomas J. Killeen, Esq. | Attorney
    Gordon Thomas | Artis Senior Living

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
    Tori Cohen, LCSW

    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


    Double Gold Sponsors


    Gold Sponsor


    Spring Special Sponsor


    Glam Sponsor


    Caregiver Sponsors

    THE KURTZMAN FAMILY


    Silver Sponsors

    Jerry Algozer
    In Honor of Linda Algozer


    Dessert Sponsor

    Paul & Mary Eibeler
    Stony Brook Medicine Center of Excellence


    Exclusive Wine Sponsor


    Bronze Sponsors


    Bronze Sponsors


    LIAD Center Sponsors


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