The PAUL G. ROGERS DISTINGUISHED ORGANIZATION ADVOCACY AWARD salutes the former Congressman and Research!America board chair, who knew the power of the patient and patient groups. This award  honors a public or private organization or institution that is a strong advocate for medical, public health, or other health-related research at the national, state, or local level. 

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Alzheimer’s Association is working to address the dementia public health crisis by providing education and support to the millions who face dementia every day, while advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia®.