Through his research efforts, he joined with seven independent groups who wanted to form a national organization. The groups consisted of researchers, physicians, caregivers, and other humanitarians. Together they held their first official meeting on December 4, 1979, to discuss solutions for the need for Alzheimer's information, care, and cure for the disease.
He teamed up with seven self-governing groups consisting of researchers, medical experts, caregivers, and other compassionate individuals who aimed to form a national organization. They held their initial official gathering on December 4, 1979, to explore possible solutions for the need to provide information, care, and treatment for Alzheimer's disease.