About Memory Keepers
Memory Keepers was born out of the desire to enhance the lives of individuals with memory loss and their care partners. Each session with us is an opportunity to laugh, have fun and connect with others in a meaningful way.
Our Mission
We are passionate about improving the quality of life for people impacted by memory loss. Our focus is on creating positive experiences for participants, caregivers and families. We do this through education and support via classes, coaching, newsletters and other media.
Co-Founders
Cheryl Kinney, MSW, LCSW
Cheryl is a licensed clinical social worker, certified life coach, and therapist with over 35 years’ experience working with older adults and caregivers, including 24 years at the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Missouri Chapter. Cheryl teaches University-level courses on aging and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care. Cheryl is the 2017 recipient of the Washington University Center on Aging Harvey A. and Dorismae Hacker Freidman Award for excellence in service to older adults.
Britt Lueken, MSW, LMSW
Britt is a licensed social worker, former Montessori teacher, executive non-profit leader and entrepreneur. Her passion for working with older adults started when she began taking care of her grandmother, who had Alzheimer’s.
She continues to be influenced by Montessori in her work with older adults, which provides a methodology for constructive communication, fostering independence, self-efficacy and the cultivation of a community rooted in respect and dignity.
Additional Information
Memory Keepers does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Memory Keepers is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
