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
Life’s Tapestry
Preserving memories through a conversation game
Discoveries Made Possible By You // Fall 2024
For these studies, researchers used data from participants in the UW ADRC Clinical Core, with gratitude.
Dr. Swati Rane Levendovszky’s Brain Imaging Approach to Studying the Brain’s Blood Vessels and Alzheimer’s Disease
Swati Rane Levendovszky, PhD, an associate professor of radiology at the University of Washington, explores blood vessel pathology and its relation to Alzheimer’s disease in the living brain using brain imaging. Her work on UW, national, and worldwide research projects has propelled her to new levels of leadership in the UW Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.
Latest Findings in Alzheimer’s Research and Brain Health
This year, several big findings with relevance to brain health grabbed headlines. Learn about the preliminary research presented at the 2024 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.
Dementia Friends play a part in building dementia-friendly communities in eastern Washington
Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington, an agency that covers Ferry, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman counties, has been seeing positive growth in the Dementia Friends program, as well as increased volunteer interest.
Dimensions Magazine Summer // Fall 2024
Enjoy the latest issue of Dimensions Magazine! Find inside the latest findings in Alzheimer's and brain health research, a faculty spotlight, and a new conversation game meant to preserve memories and legacy, and so much more.
Spotlight
Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry Fellowship
The UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center offers a UCNS-accredited fellowship in Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry for qualified physicians.
Upcoming Events
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, September 9, 2024 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.
Aging Mastery
Monday, September 9, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98014
Aging Mastery
Caregiver Support Group
Monday, September 9, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle WA 98104
Build a support system with people who understand