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
“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.
Dementia Friends Washington Expands Outreach with First Vietnamese Session
With over 103,000 Vietnamese Americans living in Washington and Vietnamese ranked among the most commonly spoken languages here, it was essential for the Dementia Friends program materials to be translated and culturally adapted into Vietnamese for this population.
Spotlight
Dementia-Friendly Community Conference October 27!
This event is for anyone who wants to make their communities more dementia-friendly, including people with dementia, family caregivers, and professionals across a wide spectrum of fields! Join us to connect with others, be inspired by innovative models, and gain practical tools for making your community more dementia-friendly!
Upcoming Events
Alzheimer's Cafe at the Memory Hub
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia Street, Seattle, WA 98104
Join the Frye Art Museum and the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center for an uplifting time of social connection! A unique opportunity for people living with dementia, their care partners, family, and friends to enjoy companionship, live music, and fun in a relaxed environment. Advance registration required.
'Dancing Together' A Seated Movement Class
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA, 98104 (Except when held at the Frye Art Museum)
Come together to move to music, exploring various dance styles and having fun with familiar songs. Dancing Together is based on adaptive dance programs for people with cognitive impairment and is also appropriate for people with limited mobility. No dance experience necessary. Free and open to the public - just drop in!
Books & Beats
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Come with your loved one to enjoy an afternoon at the Memory Hub! Caregivers will have a book discussion group led by Seattle Public Library. People with memory loss will have a music engagement program led by a certified music therapist.