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
Serving Up Smiles at Bridges Bistro
Bridges Bistro aims to build dementia awareness while providing a meaningful volunteer opportunity for people with memory loss. We hope to be a bridge of connection between our neighbors with memory loss and dementia and the wider community.
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.
_copy__photo-slider.jpg)
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.
Spotlight
__sm.jpg)
__md.jpg)
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
'Dancing Together' Seated Movement Class
Wednesday, April 2, 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!
Garden Discovery Program - Spring
Friday, April 4, 2025 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Join us in the garden at the Memory Hub. Discover changes through the season, engage in nature-based projects, and learn about this public "memory garden," created for people living with dementia and their families in this 3-part series (April 4, May 2, and June 6).
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, April 7, 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.