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
Team Spotlight: Anastacia Kakorin
Anastacia Kakorin is a MBWC social work practicum student, focused on supporting and evaluating a wide variety of programs at the Memory Hub. She recently finished a Russian translation of dementia education materials.
Updates about federal funding for UW Alzheimer’s disease research and other medical research
The UW Alzheimer's Disease Research Center receives federal funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Could certain brain cells have a ‘superpower’ that shields them from the effects of Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most pressing public health challenges. As an aging-related disease, Alzheimer’s prevalence is expected to grow as the population continues to age. Kevin Lin, assistant professor of biostatistics in the UW School of Public Health, is working on new statistical methods to better understand whether certain brain cells have a "superpower" that shields them from the effects of Alzheimer’s.
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The Science of Resilience
ADRC researchers perform first study to measure brain resilience in American Indians.
Team Spotlight: Sarah Pfeiffer
Sarah Pfeiffer is a MBWC social work practicum student, focused on community-centered practice. Working on-site at the Memory Hub, Sarah facilitates a caregiver support group and helps organize a variety of special events for people living with memory loss.
The cerebellum’s role in Alzheimer’s
Scientists found an association between the loss of a layer of crucial brain cells and cases of more severe dementia.
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Community Webinar: An Update on Lecanemab for Early Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
The recording of our Sept. 26 webinar on amyloid-clearing infusion medications is now available to view online. The panel of experts include Dr. Thomas Grabowski, Dr. Michael Rosenbloom and clinical trials coordinator Darla Chapman, ARNP.
Upcoming Events
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, March 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, March 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle WA 98104
The winter series of the Chinese Healthy Aging programs, featuring tai chi, karaoke and mahjong, will run 1-3 p.m. Mondays January 6 – March 31 at the Memory Hub.
You & Me: a space for intergenerational connection
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Once a month, join the Memory Hub and students from O’Dea High School for an hour of facilitated conversation and fun activities.