Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute

04/27/2026

In a recent La Crosse, WI radio interview, UW–Madison researcher Dr. Kimberly Mueller discussed how distinguishing normal “senior moments” from true warning signs is key to earlier diagnosis. She highlighted advances in blood-based tests that can detect Alzheimer’s-related brain changes years before symptoms, and how much of this progress comes from our Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer’s Prevention study. Dr. Mueller's research is investigating interesting links into early verbal language signs and cognitive changes. Listen to her full interview on our news page: https://wai.wisc.edu/2026/04/24/dr-kimberly-mueller-discusses-new-advances-in-early-alzheimers-detection/

04/23/2026

The WAI Regional Milwaukee Office extends our deepest gratitude to the sponsors of the 12th Annual Breaking the Silence event: Addressing Dementia in High-Risk Populations. Your support is not just appreciated—it is essential.

Because of your commitment, this event is more than an idea; it is a reality. You make it possible to bring together voices, share critical knowledge, and shine a light on issues that too often go unspoken. Your partnership directly impacts our ability to educate, advocate, and work toward better outcomes for communities disproportionately affected by dementia.

Thank you for standing with us, Bader Philanthropies, Inc. Green Bay Packers Foundation, Ascension Wisconsin, Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter, Eisai Global, Azura Memory Care & Assisted Living Legacy Home and Respite Care Foundation, Aurora Health Care, My Choice Wisconsin by Molina Healthcare, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services, Community-Academic Aging Research Network - CAARN, The Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center, Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention, Carlsson Research Lab, SuperAging Research Initiative and the BOLD Grant - Building Our Largest Dementia Infrastructure for Alzheimer's Act for believing in this mission, and for helping ensure the success of this important event. We truly could not do this without you.

04/14/2026

The 12th Annual Minority Health Month Event, Breaking the Silence, is happening THIS Friday, April 17, 2026!
This year, we’re building on the powerful dialogue we began last year with Part 2: Know Your Numbers – Centering Black Men’s Health and Wellness—an impactful conversation focused on awareness, advocacy, and culturally responsive care.
We’re honored to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers:
Dr. Roland Thorpe Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Dr. Tito Izard Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. and Special Guest, Former Green Bay Packer, Antonio Freeman.

We are deeply grateful to our community and partners for helping us sustain this important work. Together, we continue to break the silence among high-risk populations—ensuring that our most vulnerable families have access to the resources, support, and information they need to thrive.

Event Details
Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Italian Community Center - 631 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Register at: https://wai.wisc.edu/breakthesilence/

04/09/2026

THANK YOU to our 🌟WONDERFUL🌟 sponsors for partnering with the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute Regional Milwaukee Office for the 12th Annual Minority Health Month Event on April 17, 2026.

Bader Philanthropies, Inc. Green Bay Packers Foundation, Azura Memory Care & Assisted Living, Community-Academic Aging Research Network - CAARN, Aurora Health Care, Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, Legacy Home and Respite Care Foundation My Choice Wisconsin by Molina Healthcare, Eisai Global, Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services, Ascension, BOLD Grant, WI Geriatric Education Center, Carlsson Research Lab, Super Aging Research Initiative and the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention.

04/07/2026

The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute Regional Milwaukee Office is so incredibly grateful to Green Bay Packers Foundation for your steadfast support of our 12th Annual Minority Health Month Breaking the Silence Event: Addressing Dementia in High-Risk Populations. We couldn't do it without you.

03/31/2026

Got summer plans? Our 2026 WAI Summer Externship in Dementia Care is accepting a few more applicants. The paid, flexible, summer externship is open first-year medical students enrolled at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health or students in the DNP program at UW–Madison School of Nursing.

Here's what a recent student said about completing the program:

"Participating in the WAI externship was a profoundly meaningful experience both professionally and personally. I was able to learn from patients, caregivers, and entire care teams to better understand multiple dimensions of dementia. We engaged with emerging research, current community resources, as well as the future of dementia care in Wisconsin. It furthered by desire to work in psychiatry and I know the insights shared with me during these past weeks will inform my future career in many ways."

More testimonials & a quick application at https://wai.wisc.edu/student-externship/

Help us spread the word by sharing this post on your page or with a M1 or DNP student you know. Thank you!

03/18/2026

We're grateful for Mr. Clifton's commitment to people impacted by Alzheimer's disease, and to UW Health for this nice spotlight on his work!

03/12/2026

Registration is open for this year's Solomon Carter Fuller Brain Health Brunch!

🌟 Join us on April 25 for the annual Solomon Carter Fuller Brain Health Brunch! 🌟

🧠 Free and open to all, you're invited to a special event dedicated to brain health, wellness and awareness around Alzheimer’s disease — learn, connect and celebrate with us!
👉 Register now: adrc.wisc.edu/scf2026

Enjoy a complimentary brunch, connect with community members, explore a health & wellness fair, hear an inspiring keynote address from Dr. Susan Flowers Benton and experience a special performance by the Precious Memories Choir.

This annual celebration honors the legacy of Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller, a pioneer in Alzheimer’s research whose contributions continue to shape the field today.

03/11/2026

Nathaniel Chin, MD, will present a keynote talk, and several experts from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health will lead workshops at this year's Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin State Conference.

03/04/2026

The WAI Regional Milwaukee Office is so incredibly grateful to our 🎉Champion Bader Philanthropies, Inc. and Community Partners -Green Bay Packers Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter My Choice Wisconsin by Molina Healthcare Ascension Azura Memory Care & Assisted Living Aurora Health Care and Community-Academic Aging Research Network - CAARN whose steadfast support has allowed us to continue hosting our 12th Annual Minority Health Month: Breaking the Silence Event at NO-COST to our attendees.

THANK YOU for your belief and trust in the work we are doing!

This year's event:
DATE: April 17, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE: Italian Community Center - Milwaukee

Please use this link to register:

The Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute Regional Milwaukee Office presents 12th Annual Breaking the Silence: Addressing Dementia in High-Risk Populations Know Your Numbers: Centering Black Men’s Health and Wellness – PART 2 Friday, April 17, 2026 Grand Ballroom – Italian Conference Center 631 E....

02/25/2026

WAI associate director Dr. Sterling Johnson is co-author of a new Policy View paper with important potential implications. In the new issue of The Lancet Neurology, the paper offers recommendations in Alzheimer's treatments and prevention for people who are cognitively unimpaired, but at risk of developing symptoms. Read more on our news page: https://go.wisc.edu/4q1xmv

02/20/2026

Together, we can Break the Silence! Join us April 17, 2026 at The Italian Conference Center in Milwaukee.