Dementia Friendly Ohio

What Dementia Friendly Ohio does

Dementia Friendly Ohio (legally The Ohio Council for Cognitive Health) is an Ohio-based nonprofit organization that delivers free dementia awareness, caregiver education, and community-inclusion programs across the state. Its core offerings include the Dementia Friends Ohio awareness initiative (free virtual 75-minute sessions plus a 2.5-hour Champions training that equips volunteers to run 45-minute information sessions), Dementia Friendly Communities programming (working with cities, libraries, employers, and venues to become inclusive of people with dementia), the Hand in Hand at Home caregiver support suite (Memory Books, All About Me documents, Quick Tips, and home-transformation guides), the GROW ECHO monthly geriatric education series delivered with Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), and CE-accredited professional caregiver webinars co-developed with Hilarity for Charity and the DEER Program. All programs are free to participants; the organization has no paid product surface, no AI/ML technology stack, and operates on commodity platforms (website, Zoom, YouTube, PayPal).

The underlying technology is essentially a content-and-training distribution layer — a curated library of downloadable resources, recorded video content, and live virtual sessions — delivered through a partner-mediated GTM rather than a proprietary platform. Customer-facing segments span four audiences: individuals living with dementia, family caregivers, healthcare and service providers (long-term care facilities, primary care clinicians reached via GROW ECHO), and community organizations (libraries, zoos, universities, businesses). Distribution is volunteer-led: trained Dementia Friends Champions replicate awareness sessions within their own communities, allowing the 6-person core staff to scale reach across Ohio without proportional headcount growth. The organization also functions as Ohio's coordinator for the Dementia Friendly America Initiative, formally designating Dementia Friendly communities beginning with Hancock County in 2016.

The business model is donation-and-grant funded: revenue streams consist of individual donations processed via PayPal (including memorial and honor gifts) and institutional grants, with HRSA Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program funding (Grant U1QHP33073) flowing through NEOMED for the GROW ECHO series. There are no subscription tiers, no paid customers, and no disclosed revenue figures. Operating geographies are statewide Ohio with limited cross-state collaboration (Dementia Friendly Nevada Distinguished Speaker Series). The organization is led by President Bonnie Burman, ScD (former Ohio Department of Aging Director and Pioneer Network Executive Director), Educator Jennifer Brush, MA, CCC/SLP (NIH-funded researcher and author of five dementia books), and Program Director Marty Williman, RN (18-year dementia education veteran who led the Hancock County initiative).

Name

Dementia Friendly Ohio

Legal name

The Ohio Council for Cognitive Health

Website

https://ocfch.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dementia Friendly Ohio (legally The Ohio Council for Cognitive Health) is an Ohio nonprofit that delivers free dementia awareness sessions, caregiver education, and community-inclusion programs to individuals living with dementia, family caregivers, healthcare providers, and community organizations across the state, funded by donations and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dementia Care Education and Community Support

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Family Caregiver Training & Dementia Coaching (HSABAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Memory Care Adult Day Programs (Dementia/Alzheimer’s) (HSABANAC)

Keywords

• Dementia care education
• Community-based support
• Caregiver training programs
• Dementia awareness initiatives
• Memory care resources

Headquarters

HQ city

Toledo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: The organization accepts donations through PayPal, including options for memorial and honor donations. Donors can select donation purposes during checkout.
2. Grant Funding: The GROW ECHO program is funded through HRSA Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (Grant U1QHP33073). The organization operates as a nonprofit likely funded through a mix of foundation grants and government health grants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dementia Friendly Ohio delivers free community-based dementia education, caregiver support resources, and training programs across Ohio. Core offerings include the Dementia Friends Ohio awareness initiative with virtual sessions and Champions training, the Dementia Friendly Communities program, the Hand in Hand at Home caregiver support resources (Memory Books, All About Me documents, Quick Tips), the Dementia Inclusive Public Library Guide, and professional caregiver training delivered via partnerships.

Product overview

The Ohio Council for Cognitive Health operates as a network of care partners, health partners, and community members dedicated to transforming life for those living with dementia. The organization offers a portfolio of programs including the Dementia Friends Ohio awareness initiative with free virtual sessions and Champions training; Dementia Friendly Communities to help create inclusive environments; Caregiver Support resources under the Hand in Hand program including Memory Books, Memory Centers, and All About Me documents; the Dementia Inclusive Public Library Guide with Memory Activity Kits; the GROW ECHO Series for geriatric education; and professional caregiver training programs including Attuned Partnerships in Dementia Care. The organization also hosts Memory Cafes and educational webinars. These offerings work together to provide a comprehensive ecosystem of support, education, and community-building for Ohioans affected by dementia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Hancock County became first Ohio community recognized as Dementia Friendly in 2016
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NEOMED (Northeast Ohio Medical University)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Provides the Geriatric Resource Ohio Workgroup (GROW) ECHO Series, a free monthly education program for primary care providers, community providers, and caregivers on geriatric syndromes, Alzheimer's and related dementias, and healthy aging. Funded through HRSA Grant U1QHP33073.
• Leadership ToledocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership to implement Toledo's first-ever Dementia Friendly Movie Event and other signature programs. Focuses on adapting dementia-friendly principles for community settings including restaurants and entertainment venues.
• MemoryLane Care ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDementia Friends principles integrated directly into MemoryLane's programming and person-centered care delivery. Staff trained to recognize individual strengths and abilities.
• Dementia Friendly ToledocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional initiative implementing dementia-friendly community programs including movie events, restaurant experiences, and awareness campaigns throughout the Toledo area.
• Dementia Friendly Summit CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional partner developing The Accessibility Library with ArtsNow and Advancing Independence Network, providing assistive resources and support for inclusive community events.
• Hilarity for Charity (HFC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint hosting of professional caregiver webinars including Attuned Partnerships in Dementia Care Training (DUET framework), Understanding Dementia series, and other CE-accredited programs for healthcare professionals.
• Dementia Engagement, Education, and Research (DEER) ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative program with Hilarity for Charity delivering evidence-based relationship-centered dementia care training using the DUET framework (Dignity, Uniqueness, Experience, Togetherness).
• Ohio Northern University (College of Pharmacy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessors of Pharmacy Practice incorporated Dementia Friends training into the P5 pharmacy student curriculum, creating future Dementia Friends Champions.
• Toledo Area Dementia CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner in the Dementia Friendly Restaurant Experience initiative, bringing together community stakeholders for dementia-friendly dining programs.
• National Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts NADRC webinars on the OCFCH platform, featuring specialized community-based dementia programs focused on underserved populations including African American and Korean American communities.
• Akron ZoominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDementia Friends training for zoo staff including sensory-inclusive and age-friendly service practices, with regular training for new employees.
• Stow-Munroe Falls Public LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDementia Friends for Libraries program including staff development, Cognitive Health Kits collection, and social stories for inclusive library visits.
• Dementia Friendly NevadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosts the monthly Distinguished Speaker Series, sharing educational content across state lines and expanding reach of dementia care education.
• Dementia Friendly America InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational collaborative that recognizes Dementia Friendly communities. OCFCH coordinates Ohio's participation in this initiative.
• ArtsNowminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with Dementia Friendly Summit County to develop The Accessibility Library, making community events accessible to people with dementia.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hilarity for Charity (HFC): A nonprofit co-founded by Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen focused on Alzheimer's awareness, caregiver support, and research. Comparable because HFC partners with Dementia Friendly Ohio on professional caregiver webinars (DUET framework) and shares the caregiver-education and dementia-awareness mission.
• Family Caregiver Alliance: A national nonprofit providing information, education, and support for family caregivers of people with chronic or disabling health conditions. Comparable because it focuses on caregiver training, support resources, and best-practice education, similar to OCFCH's Hand in Hand caregiver programs.
• Dementia Society of America: A national organization providing dementia education, awareness resources, and Dementia Friendly program support. Comparable because it offers community-based dementia awareness programming and resources analogous to Dementia Friendly Ohio's portfolio.
• MemoryLane Care Services: A Midwest-based memory care provider offering person-centered dementia care programs. Comparable because it is both a partner and customer of Dementia Friendly Ohio — Dementia Friends principles are integrated into its care delivery and staff training.
• Dementia Friendly America: A national multi-sector collaborative that recognizes Dementia Friendly communities across the U.S. Directly comparable as the parent framework within which Dementia Friendly Ohio operates; it coordinates state-level Dementia Friendly initiatives with similar volunteer-led community awareness models.

Broad incumbents

• AARP: A large U.S. membership organization advocating for people 50+ with extensive caregiver and dementia education programming. Comparable because it offers dementia awareness, caregiver support, and community education resources at a national scale, intersecting OCFCH's mission.
• UsAgainstAlzheimer's: A national advocacy and policy organization focused on stopping Alzheimer's through research, care, and patient/caregiver engagement. Comparable because it advances dementia community awareness and caregiver support, particularly through community- and policy-level initiatives.
• BrightFocus Foundation: A nonprofit funding research and providing public education on Alzheimer's, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Comparable because it offers caregiver and disease-awareness educational content alongside advocacy, operating in the same dementia education space.
• LeadingAge: A national association representing nonprofit aging services providers, including assisted living, nursing, and community-based services. Comparable because it advances person-centered, dementia-inclusive care practices across member organizations, paralleling OCFCH's community transformation work.
• Alzheimer's Association: The largest U.S. nonprofit advancing Alzheimer's research, care, and support, with nationwide chapters and a 24/7 helpline. Comparable because it provides dementia caregiver education, community awareness, and training resources, though at vastly greater national scale than Dementia Friendly Ohio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ohiocouncilforcognitivehealth
• Facebookfacebook.com/tocfch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dementia-friends-ohio

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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