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
Books & Beats
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Come with your loved one to enjoy an afternoon at the Memory Hub! Caregivers will have a book discussion group led by Seattle Public Library. People with memory loss will have a music engagement program led by a certified music therapist.
S.O.A.R (Shared Outdoor Adventures for Resilience)
Thursday, April 16, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm
See below for hike location
Join others with younger-onset Alzheimer's to reinforce your strengths through monthly small group hikes and other outdoor adventures in the Seattle area.
Alzheimer's Café at the Memory Hub
Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia Street, Seattle, WA 98104
Join the Frye Art Museum and the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center for an uplifting time of social connection! A unique opportunity for people living with dementia, their care partners, family, and friends to enjoy companionship, live music, and fun in a relaxed environment. Advance registration required.