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
My Experience Caring for My Wife Gail and What I Learned About Communication and Alzheimer’s.
I was the caregiver for my late wife Gail over the last five years of her life. I hope to share my experience with other caregivers and relate how changing my way of communicating helped us.
Remembering Our Research Colleague, Will Affleck-Asch
It is with great sadness and regret that University of Washington (UW) ADRC announces the passing of our dear colleague Will Affleck-Asch. Will joined the UW ADRC Data, Methods, and Statistics core in 2006, and has since been an instrumental force for implementation of rigorous data management and quality control techniques within our Center. Will was a consistent, passionate, clear voice for reason and logic, always working towards the betterment of the whole, even through his last days with us.
FDA approves Alzheimer’s drug donanemab
"Donanemab's compelling clinical trial outcome not only confirms that this treatment strategy is effective in treating Alzheimer's disease, but also provides clinicians additional opportunities to tailor the amyloid monoclonal antibody to the individual patient," said MBWC Clinical Trials Director, Michael Rosenbloom, MD
Alzheimer’s vision study improved with home tests
Research looking at the link between Alzheimer’s disease and eye problems is based on ongoing ACT study started in 1994.
Brain Health Block Party on Seattle’s First Hill
You are invited! Neighboring organizations will come together on July 10, 2024 to promote brain health for this second annual event.
Dementia Friends Regional Update: Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of SW WA and HOPE Dementia Support
Dementia Friends is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Our latest update focuses on the expansion of Dementia Friends program into Cowlitz County.
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July 2024 Newsletter
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Upcoming Events
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, July 29, 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, July 29, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98014
Aging Mastery
Art in the Garden: Collage Workshop
Monday, July 29, 2024 1:30pm - 3:00pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Collage Workshop with Elderwise facilitator Claire Bishop. Explore collage with natural themes. No experience necessary.