“My brother, Joe Petitti, had early-onset Alzheimer’s and tragically died at age 53. While early-onset Alzheimer’s only affects a small number of people, we found that the research criteria often excluded those under 60, and thus options for clinical trials were very limited. This motivated Paul and me to connect with an organization dedicated to research in all aspects of the disease. We both have had other family members impacted by both early-onset and late-onset Alzheimer’s.
“There are many ways to support those impacted by Alzheimer’s but Cure Alzheimer’s stands alone in its commitment to a cure. Without a cure, the need is endless and overwhelming to families and our health care system. It is only through a cure that we can end the suffering that has occurred in our families and so many others. This is where our hope lies.”