Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

Join MADRC team members on Tuesday, October 21st, to learn how lifestyle choices can support your mental health as you age. They’ll be presenting at the Veronica Smith Senior Center in Brighton at 11 am. #WeAreMADRC @agestrong.boston.gov

Move Together: Virtual Exercise for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers Stay active and connected from home! MGH Institute of Health Professions, in collaboration with the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative, invite people living with dementia and their caregivers to join F...

Check out this FREE, virtual exercise program for people living with dementia and their caregivers starting this Thursday at 1 pm EST! bit.ly/MoveTog

Understanding Brain Testing The Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (MADRC) partnered with Union Capital Boston to present: Understanding Brain Testing. Watch to get the answers to questions such as: * How does testing help assess changes happening in the brain? * What is involved with a brain test, and how long does it take? * What happens after the test & who gets the results? * How can someone prepare for brain testing? Presented by Dr. Catherine Munro & Dr. Dumichel Harley. Learn more about MADRC at MADRC.ORG.

We recently partnered with Union Capital to present: Understanding Brain Testing. Watch the recording to get the answers to questions such as: How does testing help assess changes happening in the brain? What’s involved with a brain test, & how long does it take? bit.ly/BrainTst #WeAreMADRC

October marks #LBDAwarenessMonth. Did you know that Lewy Body Dementia is the 2nd most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease? Learn more here: bit.ly/LBDflyer #WeAreMADRC

MADRC is teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association to present: Advances in Alzheimer’s Research & Brain Health on October 9th. We’ll be at the East Boston Senior Center from 11 am – 12 pm. Come on out and learn how to support your brain health! #WeAreMADRC

Several MADRC-affiliated researchers are exploring new avenues in the fight against Alzheimer's!

Several MADRC-affiliated staff will present at the upcoming conference for professional caregivers at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham on October 22nd. See flyer for details. #WeAreMADRC

Check out these two upcoming programs being hosted by the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative.

How long does brain testing take? Is there anything I can do to prepare for it? Join us tonight at 6 pm via Zoom to find out! bit.ly/MADRCPN

The MADRC team is out and about this #WorldAlzheimersMonth! Catch us in person or on Zoom to learn more about the innovative work underway at MADRC and how you can support research. #WeAreMADRC

FTD is the most common type of dementia for people under 60, but it is often misdiagnosed. This #FTDAwarenessWeek, take time to learn the facts. bit.ly/GetTheFactsMADRC #WeAreMADRC

MADRC is seeking proposals for research projects on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, for one-year grants of up to $100,000. Read more here: bit.ly/2026Dev
#WeAreMADRC

Congratulations to MADRC’s Liliana Ramirez Gomez, who was presented with the Ernesto Gonzalez Award for outstanding service to the Latino community. Dr. Ramirez Gomez received the award as part of an MGB signature event celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth.
#WeAreMADRC #WorldAlzheimersMonth

Felicitaciones a la Dra. Liliana Ramírez Gómez, de MADRC, quien recibió el Premio Ernesto González por su destacado servicio a la comunidad latina. La Dra. Ramírez Gómez recibió el premio como parte de un evento especial de MGB en celebración del #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana.

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Support science on #WorldAlzheimersDay - September 21st! Take action to help advance dementia research by joining the MADRC registry. Learn more: bit.ly/RegistryMADRC
#WeAreMADRC

Alimenta tu cerebro: Consejos diarios de nutrición Paola Garza, Representante del Centro de Investigación del Alzheimer de Massachusetts General Hospital, comparte cómo una alimentación saludable puede beneficiar tu cerebro y reducir el riesgo de deme...

El primer día del #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana es un buen momento para compartir este video de Paola Garza de MADRC, donde habla sobre la importancia de la alimentación para un cerebro saludable. Véalo aquí: bit.ly/PGnutrici%C3... #WeAreMADRC

Focus on Observational Studies Email from Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Upcoming Events Research Highlight: Focus on Observational Studies Behind every research study is a dedicated team working to understand a

Check out the latest issue of the MADRC Messenger – our quarterly newsletter – to learn about observational studies, coming events, and how to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Read the issue here: conta.cc/4mUdM5y #WorldAlzheimersMonth

#WorldAlzheimersMonth is a good time to have a conversation about managing a health crisis for a loved one living with dementia. Join us on 9/16 @ 5:30 PM EST, to learn valuable tips and be well-prepared to visit the Emergency Department. Reserve your spot here: bit.ly/AcuteDCC

Check out this upcoming 3-part series for dementia caregivers.
Register here: bit.ly/4pbAQOC

Interested in how memory & thinking are evaluated? Find out at "Understanding Brain Testing," September 30th, at 6 PM via Zoom. We’ll explore: Different types of cognitive tests, The role of brain imaging & What happens during a memory evaluation
madrc.org/event/understanding-brain-testing/

Gain valuable insights at these upcoming educational programs hosted by the Dementia Care Collaborative!
Reserve your spot: dementiacarecollaborative.org

Gain valuable insights at these upcoming educational programs hosted by the Dementia Care Collaborative!
Reserve your spot: dementiacarecollaborative.org

This #InternationalDogDay, you can help shape the future of dementia research! Join the MADRC Research Registry – a place where we collect information from folks who might want to volunteer for a study. Find out more: madrc.org/research-registry/. #WeAreMADRC

Cardio exercise benefits both your brain and your heart. Getting your heart pumping and breaking a light sweat for 30-60 minutes, 3-4 times a week, can reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease & improve #brainhealth! Learn more: madrc.org/brain-health/ #WeAreMADRC

Being in the #community is one of our favorite things! We love visiting neighborhoods to talk about brain health. Recently, we chatted with neighbors at the Door of Salvation Church in Dorchester & Open Streets Hyde Park. To schedule a speaker from MADRC: madrc.org/speakers-bureau/ #WeAreMADRC

On this #InternationalCatDay we remind you that you can be part of something big! Make a difference through research! You can help advance dementia science by joining the MADRC research registry or enrolling in a study. #WeAreMADRC

The START Study is evaluating a potential new treatment to see if it can slow memory loss in people with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers believe this study drug may work differently from existing Alzheimer’s medications. Learn more: bwhcart.org/research/cart-studies/

U.S. POINTER | Study Results | Alzheimer's Association Clinical trial results showed that a lifestyle program incorporating physical exercise, diet, cognitive & social engagement, & health monitoring improves cognitive function.

Results of the Alzheimer’s Association POINTER trial were shared at the recent AAIC conference. They emphasized the impact that healthy lifestyle interventions have on brain health. 🎉 Congratulations to Kathryn Papp, PhD, and the rest of the research team! alz.org/us-pointer/study-results.asp

We're #hiring! The CART team is seeking a Nurse Practitioner.
Be part of our groundbreaking work in advancing Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, treatment, and hope! See the full job description here: bit.ly/CARTNP #TeamCART