Our Leadership

David Franklin brings over three decades of experience in the nonprofit sector to his new role as President and CEO of Alzheimer’s Community Care, Florida’s leading provider of dementia-specific services. With a background in management, fundraising, and community service, David is well-equipped to advance the organization’s mission of providing resources to patients and caregivers coping with Alzheimer’s disease and related neurocognitive disorders.

With personal experience caring for loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s and other neurocognitive disorders, David has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by families navigating this difficult journey. He is passionate about Alzheimer’s Community Care’s mission and the opportunity to give compassionate guidance and vital resources to families across Florida.

David’s dedication to community service is evident through his volunteer work with numerous organizations, including Food for the Poor, Family Promise, City House, and Boca Helping Hands. He also served as a Board Member for Thrivent Gives and the Southeast U.S. National Network of Youth Ministries.

Karen Gilbert is a Registered Nurse and has worked in health care administration in Palm Beach County for over 35 years. For the past nine years, Karen has worked with patients experiencing various stages of Alzheimer’s Disease and related neurocognitive disorders. In working with these patients and their families, Karen has promoted highly individualized care planning methods to maintain and optimize patients’ abilities, coach and support caregivers and improve quality of life for those affected by these diseases. Karen holds Certification in Alzheimer’s disease training from the Florida Department of Elder Affairs as well as designation as a Certified Dementia Practitioner from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Karen presents educational programs for health care professionals, law enforcement and first responders, community groups, as well as area medical, nursing, social work and health administration students. Karen was recognized with the 2017 Palm Beach County Medical Society Hero in Medicine Award for Education. Karen serves on the School of Nursing Advisory Boards of Palm Beach Atlantic University, Keiser University, and Palm Beach State College. Karen earned the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Karen received her Bachelor of Science degree from the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, and holds a Master of Science degree in Health and Human Services from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale.

Jackie Chong has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare field. She began her career as a Social Service Director in a Nursing Home and over the last 16 years has been a leader within various service models of healthcare, which has brought a wide range of experience to the organization. As the Vice President of Family and Specialized Day Services, Jackie is responsible for upholding the organization’s programs and services to the standards and principles set forth by the staff and board. Jackie has a master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.

As the Director of Operations, Jeannette Brumond utilizes her extensive 25-year experience from corporate and non-profit sectors to ensure the smooth running of our daycare centers and satellite offices. Since joining Alzheimer’s Community Care in 2014, she has climbed the ranks from Administrative Assistant to her current role, handling tasks from vendor liaison to facilities management.

A former New Yorker, Jeannette has a rich background in corporations like AIG and Carrier Global. Her roles ranged from facilitating global employee onboarding to analytical and forecasting services in insurance. At Carrier Global, she directly supported the Vice President of Ethics & Compliance. With experience in insurance, legal, and non-profit sectors, Jeannette customizes her skills to fit varying client needs. Her professional compassion underpins her dedication to enhancing the quality of life for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers.

As the Director of Human Resources, Valentyna is a seasoned human resources expert with exceptional experience in both the hospitality and healthcare sectors. She brings over seven years of experience in hospitality and two years of experience in healthcare human resources. She has refined her skills across diverse areas within these industries and has achieved remarkable milestones in her career since joining the Alzheimer’s Community Care in 2021. Her profound knowledge and proficiency in human resources have played a pivotal role in propelling the organization. Passionate about empowering employees and fostering a leading workplace atmosphere, she is dedicated to working with individuals who contribute to extraordinary achievements. She joined Alzheimer’s Community Care after being inspired by her personal experience with a loved one battling Alzheimer’s.