Tennessee Memory Disorders Foundation and Clinic

03/06/2026

Today we had the pleasure of attending the Alzheimer’s Tennessee Walk Kickoff Luncheon.

We are especially proud to celebrate one of our own, TMDF Board Member Linda Johnson, who was honored with the Champion for Seniors Award from the CAC Office on Aging. This recognition highlights her incredible dedication to advocating for seniors and supporting families affected by memory disorders. 💜

Together, we continue working toward a future with better care, stronger support, and hope for those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. 💜

03/06/2026

Intern Spotlight

We are proud to share that Rayyan has been accepted into Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. During his time with us, he brought curiosity, professionalism, and a genuine care for patients. Working alongside Dr. Monica K. Crane, he gained meaningful clinical experience and quickly became a trusted part of our team.

We’re grateful for his contributions and excited to see the impact he’ll make in medicine.

03/05/2026

It’s time to play FORE TMDF! ⛳️ Our tournament is back for its second year, and we couldn’t be more excited. 2025 gave us a beautiful day on the course and the best memories with our community. This year, we’re ready to welcome you all back and we hope you’ll bring a friend to join the fun!

By Tennessee Memory Disorders Foundation & Clinic

02/26/2026

We are incredibly grateful to have partnered with the Beck Cultural Exchange Center for a meaningful Black History Month Community Health Event centered on memory, brain health, and family support.

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias disproportionately impact African American families, yet early education, diagnosis, and access to care remain critical gaps. This event was created to help change that through awareness, empowerment, and connection.

Dr. Monica K. Crane led an inspiring and informative conversation, sharing practical tools, resources, and hope for protecting brain health and strengthening families. Together, we took an important step toward ensuring our community has the knowledge and support it deserves.

Thank you to everyone who attended, engaged, and continues to advocate for better brain health in our community. 💜

02/19/2026

Meet Jerome Jarjoura, whose journey with the Tennessee Memory Disorders Foundation & Clinic began four years ago as a student intern and grew into a vital role as our Clinical Assistant. Through compassion, hard work, and a commitment to patients and families affected by memory disorders, Jerome represents the impact of mentorship and hands-on learning in healthcare.

We’re proud to watch our interns grow into professionals who continue to serve this mission every day.

02/13/2026

Show yourself some love! And it never hurts to start a little early. Happy Valentine's Day from TMDF 💙💜

02/05/2026

TMDF had an amazing time at Austin-East High School Career Day! 🎓🤖

Our team was proud to represent the foundation and connect with students about careers in healthcare, neuroscience, and community service.

We were extra excited to bring Pepper the Robot, thanks to our collaboration with UT Robotics. Pepper was a huge hit with students and a great way to spark conversations about innovation and technology in medicine.

We also shared information about TMDF internship opportunities, giving students a glimpse into hands on experiences that make a real impact in the memory disorders community.

Thank you to Austin East High School for having us. We loved meeting the next generation of leaders!

02/04/2026

We’re honored to partner with the Beck Cultural Exchange Center for a special Black History Month community health event focused on memory, brain health, and family support.

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias disproportionately impact African American families, yet too many individuals do not receive early information, diagnosis, or access to care. This session is designed to help change that.

Join us for an empowering conversation led by Dr. Monica Crane, nationally recognized dementia care expert, as we share knowledge, resources, and hope for protecting our memories and strengthening our families.

📅 Saturday, February 21
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Beck Cultural Exchange Center

All are welcome.

01/30/2026

Lee Watson, our Clinical Trials Coordinator, led an IQLIK patient education workshop with support from Dr. Monica Crane, who shared her clinical expertise throughout the session. They discussed IQLIK and Leqembi with eligible patients and families and answered thoughtful questions.

IQLIK is especially exciting because it is delivered as an injection, making the therapy more accessible for many patients.

Leqembi is an FDA approved therapy for early Alzheimer’s disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment and is considered a breakthrough for its role in slowing disease progression.

We’re thankful to everyone who attended and helped make the discussion so meaningful.

01/27/2026