Biography:
Mizis is the founding executive director of The Latino Alzheimer's and Memory Disorders Alliance (LAMDA) based in Chicago, IL. LAMDA is on the frontline of addressing Alzheimer's growing impact on the Latino community and provides direct services to thousands of Latinos struggling with Alzheimer's annually. Constantina Mizis has dedicated over 25 years of service to Latino older adults and their family caregivers. She has provided consulting and training services throughout the United States and has worked with national organizations to develop programs for Latino older adults. Have been successful in creating a partnership network for LAMDA with 76 Latino organizations in the Nation. CNN, Univision, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, ABC, Comcast, and the Democrat and Chronicle New York Newspaper are some of the media that highlight the efforts of Constantina Mizis.
Title : Closing gaps by addressing racial & ethnic disparities in Alzheimer’s disease and reducing the cost and risk of dementia in diverse communities