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Meet the Act Now Foundation Team

At Act Now Foundation, our strength comes from a passionate, dedicated team committed to supporting individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. From leadership to program staff, each team member brings expertise, compassion, and a shared mission to educate, advocate, and empower communities across New Jersey.

Act Now Foundation team holding a large donation check at Meadowlands Charity Handicapping Contest
Act Now Foundation staff enjoying team-building at an escape room event
Act Now Foundation team posing with a Moms Meals truck delivering meals to seniors during the pandemic
Act Now Foundation team celebrating together at a Christmas party lunch
Kristine Allen, President and Co-Founder of Act Now Foundation

Kristine Allen

President & Co-Founder

Cary Lopez, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Act Now Foundation

Cary Lopez

Executive Director
& Co-Founder

Stacy Hutsell, Program Director at Act Now Foundation

Stacy Hutsell
 
Program Director

Jessica Vega, Program Manager at Act Now Foundation

Jessica Vega
​
Program Manager
Administrative

Alba Sepulveda, Program & Marketing Manager at Act Now Foundation

Alba Sepulveda

Program & Marketing Manager

Katia Suttile, Administrative Program Manager at Act Now Foundation

Katia Suttile
 
Program Manager
Programmatic

Linda Lembo, Dementia Educator and Care Coordinator at Act Now Foundation

Linda Lembo
Dementia Educator & Care Coordinator

Jennifer Lamsick, Progam Coordinator & Grant Writer at Act Now Foundation

Jennifer Lamsick

Program Coordinator

& Grant Writer

Vivian Matias, Care Coordinator at Act Now Foundation

Vivian Matias 
Care Coordinator
 

Kathleen Nowack, Care Coordinator at Act Now Foundation

Kathleen Nowack​
Care Coordinator

We are also supported by dedicated volunteers and interns whose contributions help us expand our reach and impact.

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Call us at 201-721-6721 or email us at info@actnowfoundation.org | 400 38th Street Suite 402, Union City, NJ 07087

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