Massachusetts Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

11/18/2025

The MADRC team was out in the community today at the Watertown Senior Health & Fitness Fair. Claudia Suarez-Rodriguez, MD, discussed normal aging versus cause for concern and played brain health bingo! Our staff loves connecting with the community and providing important resources. Learn more about our research: https://www.madrc.org/join-a-study/

Watertown Council on Aging/Senior Center

11/12/2025

The 24/7 role of family caregiver is mentally and physically demanding, and puts caregivers at risk for loneliness, depression, and other health issues. Support is critical for maintaining health and preventing burnout.

Share our Road Map to Caregiving – available in English & Spanish – with someone in your life who takes care of a person living with dementia. madrc.org/community/

El rol de cuidador es de 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, es mental y físicamente exigente, y expone a los cuidadores a riesgo de soledad, depresión y otros problemas de salud. El apoyo es fundamental para mantener la salud y prevenir el agotamiento.

Comparte nuestra Guía del Cuidado disponible en inglés y español con alguien en tu vida que cuide a una persona que vive con demencia. madrc.org/community/

11/11/2025

Join the MGH Dementia Care Collaborative for a Poetry Slam tonight! Learn more: dementiacarecollaborative.org/programs

11/11/2025

This help move science forward by joining the MADRC Research Registry. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/RegistryMADRC MGH Neurology

11/06/2025

Women of color are twice as likely as white women to develop Alzheimer’s disease, yet they are underrepresented in clinical trials. Having people from different races and ethnicities involved in research is critical to finding treatments that work for everyone. Consider joining MADRC’s Research Registry to increase diverse representation: bit.ly/RegistryMADRC MGH Neurology

11/03/2025

is a great time to learn about brain health and opportunities to get involved with research at MADRC! Stop by one of these upcoming events to chat with a member of our team and pick up some resources. 🧠

10/30/2025

November marks . Did you know that over 11 million Americans serve as unpaid caregivers for loved ones living with Alzheimer's disease? Learn about resources for caregivers here: bit.ly/CaregiverMADRC

10/30/2025

Catch the MADRC team at Open Streets Boston: Jamaica Plain this Sunday, 11/2! Look for our red tablecloth and stop over to chat!

10/27/2025

We are so proud of our Research Ambassador, Dan, for his moving presentation at the Greater Boston Walk to End Alzheimer’s yesterday! Watch it here: https://whdh.com/news/thousands-attend-alzheimers-association-walk-to-end-alzheimers/ 7News - WHDH Boston

CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (WHDH) - Thousands of residents from Boston and surrounding communities joined the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease Sunday at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk

10/27/2025

Team MADRC was proud to participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Cambridge yesterday, raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. It’s always inspiring to see the community gather in support of this cause. To donate to our team: act.alz.org/goto/MGBforDementia MGH Neurology

10/23/2025

Several MADRC team members presented at the annual conference for professional caregivers hosted by Saint Patrick’s Manor in Framingham yesterday. Topics covered included personal experiences with caregiving, positive approaches to aging, an overview of caregiver research, and helpful caregiver resources available through MADRC.

10/21/2025

Join the Dementia Care Collaborative tonight at 5:30 pm via Zoom!

Molly Perdue, MA, MS, PhD is the creator, co-founder, and Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Family Support Center (AFSC), providing cost-free personalized services to individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. A former caregiver, Dr. Perdue’s research into issues...