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
MBWC Becomes a CurePSP Center of Care
Enhancing access to accurate, early diagnosis, care, and comprehensive support for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and Corticobasal Syndrome (CBD).
Scientists find genetic factor tied to African ancestry that protects against Alzheimer’s
Researchers in the Valdmanis Lab discover a genetic variation that reduces the odds of Alzheimer's disease in some African Americans and hints at new therapeutic targets.
The Power of Combining Healthy Habits
Dr. Hanson offers insights from the POINTER study, a large clinical trial on brain health interventions.
Dementia Friends Year in Review
Dementia Friends wrapped up 2025 having reached over 6,000 individuals across the state through one-hour public awareness sessions, known as Dementia Friends Information Sessions. Read on to learn about the progress made in 2025!
Blood-based biomarkers and the contribution of ADRC research participants
Lynn Bekris, PhD, Leader of the ADRC Biomarker Core, shares what she is learning about Alzheimer's disease from samples contributed by ADRC longitudinal study participants.
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.
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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
Memory Cafe In Person Training
Friday, April 24, 2026 10:00am - 2:30pm
The Memory Hub 1021 Columbia Street. Seattle, WA 98104
Priority given to people who plan to operate a Memory Cafe in a community space, such as libraries, senior centers, and cafes, for the general public.
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, April 27, 2026 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, April 27, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm
A series of Chinese Healthy Aging programs, featuring tai chi, karaoke, and mahjong at the Memory Hub.