Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

12/17/2025

The holiday season can be challenging when a family member has dementia. The group gatherings and changes in routine can be overwhelming for both the person with dementia and their caregivers. Here are some tips to help things run more smoothly.

12/15/2025

It's a busy time of year, and it’s easy to fall behind on sleep. Join the DCC on Tuesday, December 16th, at 5:30 PM to find out why prioritizing sleep is crucial! Dr. Jasmeer Chhatwal will present Sleep and the Importance of Brain Health. Scan the code to register. Mass General Brigham Health Plan MGH Neurology

12/15/2025

Last week, we hosted a joint year-end meeting with our Community Advisory Board and Research Ambassadors. We are honored to work alongside these amazing volunteers and appreciate the passion and valuable insights they contribute, which guide our outreach efforts.

12/12/2025

A holiday season reminder for : We see you—your well-being matters. December is an ideal time to review the Caregiver Bill of Rights and make a commitment to self-care. For resources & support: www.madrc.org. Age Strong Center for Aging and Serious Illness

12/11/2025

If you’re a for someone living with dementia, then you’ll want to watch our recent presentation - Caregiving During the Holidays: Supporting a Loved One with Dementia. Get resources and tips to prepare in advance so events and gatherings run more smoothly. Watch here: https://bit.ly/CDTH2025

The holiday season can be a hectic time under the best of circumstances. For caregivers of people living with dementia it can be a particularly stressful tim...

12/10/2025

Did you catch MADRC’s Mike Kincade on the recent Boston Neighborhood Network Media Mindful Aging Show podcast? He discussed resources for caregivers and the importance of having all communities represented in research. Listen here: bit.ly/MASpod

12/04/2025

The APT Webstudy monitors volunteers who are 50 and older for changes in their memory through a series of no-cost memory tests, that you take every three and six months. It takes place online, without any in-person visits required.

APT Webstudy researchers use the results to track volunteers’ and, based on potential risk level, invite select volunteers to participate in other Alzheimer’s research studies.

Learn more: aptwebstudy.org

12/03/2025

The holidays can be challenging for . Join MADRC and UCB, Thursday, December 4th, from 6 – 8:00 pm EST via Zoom to gain tips for making meaningful connections during this hectic season. Register to attend here: bit.ly/MADRCNIGHT.

12/01/2025

This , every tax-deductible gift to MADRC speeds the discovery of effective Alzheimer’s treatments. Your support can give families hope and help our research teams find a cure faster. Honor a loved one or an extraordinary caregiver by donating today. bit.ly/MDFund

11/26/2025

Check out the latest issue of the MADRC Messenger – our quarterly newsletter! This edition covers programs for caregivers, explains the importance of diversity in research, and includes a link to our special gratitude video. Read it here: madrc.org/newsletters/

11/22/2025

As we head toward , the MADRC team is especially grateful for the participants who enroll in our research studies. You help us learn about preventing, managing, and treating Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. We also deeply appreciate all who support our work with financial donations. With your partnership, our researchers continue to make key discoveries and bring hope to families affected by these devastating diseases. Watch our video here: bit.ly/MADRCThanks25

11/20/2025

If you’re a caregiver for someone living with dementia, then you won’t want to miss Caregiving During the Holidays: Supporting a Loved One with Dementia. Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 4th, and plan to join us from 6 – 8 pm. Register here: bit.ly/MADRCNIGHT. Union Capital Boston