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
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.
What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?
MBWC's Justin Miller presented the latest on brain health and aging in a webinar hosted by the AARP, alongside other experts. He discussed the distinctions between normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia. He clarified some of the biggest questions on the minds of community members, such as, What is MCI? And how is MCI different from normal age-related declines?
Scientists test real-time view of brain’s waste removal
A new device monitors the brain’s glymphatic system, which may help researchers address Alzheimer’s, a study states.
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
Virtual Dementia Friends Information Session
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Dementia Friends helps communities across the world understand what dementia is and how it affects people. Everyone can make a difference for people touched by dementia.
'Dancing Together' A Seated Movement Class
Wednesday, September 3, 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 - Summer
Friday, September 5, 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 (July 18, August 1, September 5).