Memory and Brain Wellness Center, UW Medicine, University of Washington
Promoting the well-being of those living with memory loss and their families. Exceptional care. Innovative research. Community transformation.
Featured Stories
Staff Spotlight: Jamie Bird
Jamie Bird is a Social Work Practicum Student at the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center, working on-site at the Memory Hub community center. Jamie chose to complete her practicum at the Memory Hub to learn more about dementia-friendly communities and how this approach could improve dementia care.
“That Extra Layer of Care”: Spotlight on Tonya Clegg, Volunteer Services Manager at Harborview Medical Center
Learn about Tonya Clegg's effort to revitalize volunteerism at Harborview after the pandemic and why volunteers are so important to operations in the hospital and in non-clinical spaces like the Memory Hub.
Maude’s Garden wins a national award!
Maude’s Garden at the Memory Hub has been awarded the 2025 Therapeutic Garden Design Award from the American Horticultural Therapy Association. A project of the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center, this welcoming green space promotes sensory exploration, social connection, and emotional well-being for people living with memory loss or dementia.
Technology’s Role in Supporting Communication for People Living with Dementia
Many care partners wonder how to keep those connections with their loved ones strong. While technology can’t solve every challenge, it can help people stay in touch, feel included, and remain safe. In this article, we’ll share how you can use technology to help your loved one continue to experience the benefits of social connection.
Emerging Findings in Alzheimer’s and Brain Health at AAIC 2025
Lifestyle interventions in the U.S. POINTER Study improved memory and thinking in older adults at risk of cognitive decline.
A Web Resource for Youth with Loved Ones Affected by the Disease
When Makena Crosser's grandfather was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she discovered that there weren’t a lot of supportive resources dedicated to youth with loved ones affected by the disease. Now Makena, who is a student at Bainbridge High School ('26), has created a website, Navigating Alzheimer's: A Resource for Youth. She gained perspective from a UW ADRC expert for this project.
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An Update on Amyloid-Clearing Infusion Treatments for Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
What are the currently FDA-approved infusion treatments, lecanemab and donanemab? How do they work?
Upcoming Events
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, November 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am
Online
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
Chinese Healthy Aging Programs
Monday, November 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The summer series of the Chinese Healthy Aging programs, featuring tai chi, karaoke and mahjong, will run 1-3 p.m. Mondays Oct. 6 - Dec. 22 at the Memory Hub.
Become a Dementia Friend
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
You become a Dementia Friend by attending a free, interactive Information Session where you'll learn about dementia, five key messages to know, and actions you can take to support dementia-friendly communities.