The 20th Annual Alzheimer's Association Public Policy Forum took place May 12-14, 2008, in Washington, D.C. The event highlighted the need for an increase in federal Alzheimer research funding and ending the two year Medicare Disability Waiting Period for persons with Alzheimer’s under the age of 65.

On May 14th, 600 advocates stormed Capitol Hill to meet their members of Congress and delivered over 6,000 messages from those not able to make the trip to Washington.

You can also witness the action via Webcast featuring Sandra Day O’Connor, Newt Gingrich and other advocates testifying before Congress about the need for an increased investment in research. You can view photos of these advocates in action on our Photo Gallery.

Save the Date! Next year’s Forum will be held March 23-25, 2009 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel.