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Dancing to Remember

September 05, 2017

One man's creative quest to support Alzheimer's disease research invites us to take a 'twirl' through the science of brain healthy activities

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Congresswoman DelBene Visit Turns Spotlight on Role of NIH, Medicare/Medicaid Funding

July 12, 2017

At the UW ADRC, DelBene learned about how federal funding supports patients and families, access to cutting-edge brain imaging, and training in geriatrics for medical residents and doctors.

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Ride4Alzheimer’s Live Blog: Stories From the Road

July 08, 2017

Follow the twists and turns of the father-daughter motorcycle tour to spread positive messages about living with Alzheimer's.

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Food for Thought with Alzheimer’s Advocate Chef Madison Cowan

June 16, 2017

Chef Madison Cowan wielded his star power to support Alzheimer's awareness and research and shared his tips for brain-healthy eating.

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The Alzheimer’s Talks Debut

May 25, 2017

Michael Reagan shared humanizing portraits of his father President Reagan, the lessons he learned from his family's experience with dementia, and his hopes for research funding.

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One Woman’s Way to Inspire Dementia-Friendly Spirit

May 03, 2017

At 'Rock the House,' local residents came together to allay stigma and empower people living with memory loss.

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‘With Us Every Step of the Way:’ A Tribute

February 10, 2017

Andrew McCormick, a social worker at Harborview Medical Center for the last 23 years, acts as a guide for families after a dementia diagnosis. Upon his retirement, we reflect on the real difference he's made in people's lives and his contributions to his clinic team.

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Collaborating for Statewide Innovation in Dementia Care Policy

February 02, 2017

Behind the scenes of our shared effort to improve memory loss care and community opportunities in WA State.

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Encore of the Art of Alzheimer’s

December 30, 2016

Come see this pioneering exhibit of thought-provoking art by vibrant people with memory loss or dementia.

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Highlights of the 2016 UW Elder Friendly Futures Conference

September 20, 2016

The event featured transformative views on clinical care in geriatrics and neurology, research, and creative community improvements.

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Life with dementia: Seniors expand children’s awareness

August 24, 2016

The pioneering group of the Our Time Has Come workshop has culminated in a community action project to raise dementia awareness in the younger generation. [VIDEO]

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When Theatre and Neuroscience Collide

July 05, 2016

Behind the scenes of 'A Few Things Remain,' our play about memory, family, and dementia for Infinity Box Theatre's Centrifuge.

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Inside the Music of Momentia

May 26, 2016

A celebration of Seattle's dementia-friendly community programs bids a musical farewell to the Art of Alzheimer's

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The Value of Friendship for Living Well with Dementia

April 06, 2016

An anthropologist explains why the popular American notion of ‘successful aging’ sets friendships up to fail after a memory loss diagnosis, and how we can all push back

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An Artistic Take on Dementia Care

February 19, 2016

Collaborative research demonstrates meaningful benefits of arts engagement for people living with memory loss and dementia.

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