The Memory Hub
Fall Art Reception - Sept. 25!
You’re invited! Join us to celebrate fall artists at the Memory Hub! View our new Frame of Mind exhibit which features watercolor, photography, collage and more, and honor artists Bill Wheeler, Jean Chen, Kimberley Rettig, Mark Brashem, Robert Knickerbocker and Rosie Schwartz. Meet our new (first ever!) Artist in Residence, Dr. Julia Becke, and hear more about her community dance-making project, Dancing Together! Light refreshments included, courtesy of Era Living Memory Care. A free event.
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.
What are dementia-friendly communities?
Everyone can play a part in developing dementia-friendly communities or spreading awareness. Visit our page for inspiration, guidance, and practical tools at a local and national level.
Meet the first Artist in Residence at the Memory Hub
Julia Becke, MD, is our Artist in Residence at the Memory Hub. She is bringing dance and movement to several Memory Hub programs and the wider community.
Memory Hub Spotlight: Samantha Sanders, Creative Aging Coordinator for the Frye Art Museum
Samantha Sanders shares the latest updates about the Alzheimer’s Café program, what she appreciates about being part of the Memory Hub, and her perspective on dementia-friendly community.
Make Art for the Garden of Inspiration Exhibit!
You are invited to contribute nature-inspired art to our outdoor exhibit of art in Maude's Garden.
Memory Hub Spotlight: Kimber Behrends, Alzheimer’s Association, WA State Chapter
Kimber Behrends, King County Programs Manager for the Alzheimer's Association, WA State Chapter, talks about her work with the Memory Hub to deliver resources and free dementia education.
Memory Hub Spotlight: Emily Billow, Seattle Public Library
Emily Billow, the Older Adults Program Manager at the Seattle Public Library, talks about her work with the Memory Hub to deliver resources and what being part of a dementia-friendly community means to her.
Upcoming Events
Kin On Senior's Day
Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00am - 2:00pm
Evangelical Chinese Church of Seattle (Redmond), 17360 NE 67th Ct, Redmond, WA 98052
The ADRC will have a community resource booth at the 2024 Kin On Senior's Day!
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, September 16, 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, September 16, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm
1021 Columbia St. Seattle, WA 98014
Aging Mastery