Butler Hospital

02/26/2026

You may not need it today, but when a tough moment hits, having Butler Hospital Express Care saved in your phone can make getting support feel easier and faster.

Same-day behavioral health care, no referral needed, when you’re ready to reach out.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q041PJFK0

02/25/2026

Athena Lavoie and Lorrance “Lulu” Malko are building bridges between groundbreaking Alzheimer's research and the communities that could benefit from it. From Community Memory Screenings to health fairs across Southern New England, they're working to make brain health research accessible to everyone.

Both have personal connections to Alzheimer's disease, and both are driven by one goal: ensuring that future generations benefit from the research happening today.

Learn more about their inspiring work: https://hubs.ly/Q043CPqc0

Questions about research opportunities? Contact memory@butler.org or (401) 455-6402.

02/24/2026

We’re incredibly grateful for the Butler Hospital team members whose everyday dedication helps keep our community supported — even during the recent blizzard.

From supporting patient care and daily operations to clearing snow and helping make campus spaces more accessible, your teamwork and unwavering commitment helped ensure our community could continue to rely on us. Thank you for all that you do.

02/16/2026

The TRAVELLER study is exploring this while connecting participants to cutting-edge research. Your participation helps advance more accessible early detection – now and for future generations.

Adults ages 50–90 with memory concerns or a recent diagnosis can participate in just a couple of hours over one or two visits, including a brief assessment and one blood sample. Eligible participants will hear back within 2–6 months.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04344w10

02/10/2026

We’ve answered some of the most common questions about Butler Hospital Express Care to help you feel prepared before you visit.

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01/22/2026

More Good News from U.S. POINTER: Lifestyle Changes Benefit Sleep, Heart, and Brain.

New findings show that healthy lifestyle changes can deliver benefits far beyond improved cognition. Participants in the two-year program experienced improved sleep apnea, better blood pressure and vascular health, and enhanced brain resilience —even among those with Alzheimer's-related brain changes.

By combining regular exercise, the MIND diet, cognitive and social engagement, and ongoing health monitoring, the study reinforces a powerful message: healthy living supports your brain as you age.

Learn more from the Alzheimer's Association:

Shown to improve cognition in the Alzheimer's Association U.S. POINTER trial, the healthy lifestyle 'recipe' may also improve sleep apnea & blood pressure regulation.

01/16/2026

When memory changes appeared for Ephraim Doumato, he didn't wait. He joined research at the Memory and Aging Program, and his wife has seen remarkable improvement.

This winter, he'll fly from Florida to Rhode Island monthly to continue treatment. "It's worth it," Ephraim says.

Read their inspiring story: https://hubs.ly/Q03ZgP2Y0

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

01/09/2026

When caring for someone with memory concerns, it’s important to care for yourself, too.

Cheryl Kechichian, RN, and Research Coordinator at Butler, shares tips caregivers can use throughout the year ahead.

If you're looking for support and resources, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q03-bzGF0

12/24/2025

The Memory and Aging Program wishes you a joyful holiday season filled with the connections that matter most.

If you’d like to learn more about our current research opportunities or stay connected with our work, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q03XCZ-f0