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Independent Living Systems Raises Nearly $150,000 for the Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease Through Walk to End Alzheimer’s Events Across the U.S.

“At Independent Living Systems, our mission extends beyond providing care- we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the most vulnerable. “

Nestor Plana

Chairman & CEO of ILS

Miami, FL, (November 2024) – Independent Living Systems (ILS), a leading provider of health and social services for vulnerable populations in Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible markets, proudly concluded 2024 with nearly $150,000 raised in employee fundraising and corporate sponsorships to support the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

This achievement underscores ILS’s ongoing partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and its commitment to advancing care, support, and research for those affected by this devastating illness.

This year, approximately 200 ILS employees, along with friends and family, participated in Walk to End Alzheimer’s events across the United States, including key locations in Florida, New York, and California. The company’s efforts placed it once again among the top national teams in fundraising for the Alzheimer’s Association.

“At Independent Living Systems, our mission extends beyond providing care—we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the most vulnerable,” said Nestor Plana, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of ILS. “The Alzheimer’s Association’s work is vital to so many families, and I am deeply proud of our team’s unwavering commitment to supporting this critical cause. Together, we are advancing hope, care, and research for millions impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.”

Employees rallied behind the cause with incredible enthusiasm, hosting bake sales, organizing raffles, and spearheading other creative initiatives to raise funds and awareness. Their dedication and teamwork reflect ILS’s core values of service and community engagement.

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s events serve as a cornerstone in the Alzheimer’s Association’s efforts to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care and research. By participating in these events, ILS aligns its commitment to improving the quality of life for the most vulnerable populations with a broader goal of creating healthier, more resilient communities.

For more information about Independent Living Systems and its initiatives, visit www.ilshealth.com.

About Independent Living Systems:

Independent Living Systems (ILS) is a Florida-based company providing a comprehensive range of turnkey payer services to managed care organizations and health care providers that provide care and social services to vulnerable populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible markets. The company also owns and operates Florida Community Care, Florida’s only statewide Medicaid long-term care provider service network, as well as Florida Complete Care, a Medicare Advantage special needs plan for people who live in a nursing home, an assisted living facility, or live at home and have complex health issues that require more coordinated and comprehensive care.


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