We all know someone directly or indirectly that has been burdened with Alzheimer’s Disease. It’s a devastating ordeal for both the person receiving the diagnosis, as well as their loved ones. While there is currently no known cure for this neuron damaging disease, awareness has spread widely over the past few decades. White it began a slow spread in the 1980’s following the diagnosis and eventual death of actress and dancer Rita Hayworth, the Alzheimer’s Association incorporated in 1980 and greatly increased awareness for the disease as well as contributed to a push in public and private funding. With sub-chapters nationwide, they were able to launch their own research programs. While a cure is still yet to be discovered, research continues, and hope remains high.