The Memory Hub
Open House on Nov. 7!
Come experience the Memory Hub! Explore our partners and programs, and learn what’s new in the year ahead. A free event for people with memory loss, caregivers, professionals and the wider community.
A Caregiver Goes to the Opera
Family dementia caregiver Randi Luoto received a grant from Road Scholar to embark on an educational adventure in New York City, a creative twist on taking some caregiver respite.
Outdoor program aims to help younger Alzheimer’s patients.
KUOW's Eilis O'Neill visited the kick off event of SOAR (Shared Outdoor Adventures for Resilience). Listen!
Welcome to the Memory Hub
In 2021, the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center (MBWC) is proud to launch a new initiative on Seattle’s First Hill: The Memory Hub. Bringing together people, programs and partners, the Memory Hub operates as a vibrant dementia-focused programs and events venue, collaborative workspace and training center.
Team Spotlight: Josie Beierl, Social Work Practicum Student
Josie Beierl talks about her role at the Memory Hub and what inspired her interest in social work in the area of memory loss and dementia.
Memory and Brain Crossword Puzzle
Pull out a pencil for the very first Memory & Brain crossword puzzle, created to be fun, interesting—and just challenging enough—to be a good brain health workout.
Make Art for the Garden of Inspiration Exhibit!
You are invited to participate in an open-air exhibit of art inspired by Maude’s Garden at the Memory Hub!
Memory Hub Team Spotlight: Susan Kopka
Susan Kopka is one of the five active front desk volunteers at the Memory Hub. She has worked as a medical social worker and a community college art teacher, focusing on drawing and photography.
ENGAGE Tuesdays
Join us at the Memory Hub on Tuesdays this summer to explore a variety of creative engagement programs for people with memory loss, friends and family! All programs are free. Space is limited; please sign up in advance.
Upcoming Events
Virtual Caregiver Forum
Monday, December 4, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am
Online
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.
Dementia-Friendly Legacy Letters
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 12:00pm - 1:30pm
The Memory Hub, 1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98104
Join our first Dementia-Friendly program to create a letter about your personal legacy!
S.O.A.R. (Shared Outdoor Adventures for Resilience) Program (10 am - end times vary per date)
Thursday, December 7, 2023 All day
Hike location varies
Reinforce your strengths and connect with others through monthly small group hikes and other outdoor adventures in the Seattle area. This program is for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's before age 65, alongside a family member or friend.