Studies
September 30th, 2026
Recruiting StudiesOngoing StudiesUpcoming Studies Recruiting Studies The CONNECT Study Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of BMS-986368, for the Treatment of Agitation in…
Resources
Research FAQs
September 30th, 2026
Do I need to be a patient of MedStar Georgetown University Hospital? It is not required that you be evaluated in our clinic prior to participating in research. If you have a diagnosis of mild…
The Research Process
September 30th, 2026
The first step in joining a research study is a pre-screening phone call. The call lasts about 20 minutes, and you will be asked about your medical history, willingness to participate in research…
The Four Pillar Program to Preserving Brain Health
Following this Four-Pillar Program may delay the onset, slow down, or prevent dementia and AD by 5-10 years. But if all pillars are followed, life expectancy may also increase by 5-10 years, and the #1 risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia is aging. However, compliance will restore balance and maintain cognitive performance with aging. Adhering to only part of the Program may be less effective or ineffective. The goal is to maximize health-span and lifespan while minimizing years of disability (cognitive and/or physical) at end-of-life.
Come to a Memory Cafe
Memory Cafe is a casual social meeting venue for those with progressive memory or cognitive impairment and their caregivers. A Memory Cafe is a place where caring individuals come together to find resources, support, companionship, and fun. You can work simple puzzles, play games such as bean bag toss, Yahtzee, etc.
Memory Cafes in the Washington DC area:
- Club Memory (DC) meets virtually. Call (202) 364-7602 for details.
- Vienna Memory Café meets at Andrew Chapel United Methodist (1301 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA 22182) on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM. Please contact Carolyn Blackwell at (571) 236-6933 or lovriver@aol.com for details.
- Alexandria Memory Café meets virtually every Thursday at 1:00 PM. Please contact Nicole McMonigle Knight at nicole@dementiacareconnections.com for details.
- Silverado Memory Café meets virtually the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:00 AM. Please contact Nicole McMonigle Knight at nicole@dementiacareconnections.com for details.
- Fairfax Memory Café is based out of Insight Memory Care Center (3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030) and meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM. As of this posting they are meeting virtually, but plan on resuming in person in the Spring of 2022. Please contact Kay Yong at kay.yong@insightMCC.org or at (703) 204- 4664 for details.
- Sterling Memory Café is based out of Insight Memory Care Center (45945 Center Oak Plaza, Suite 190, Sterling, VA 20166) and meets the 2nd Thursday of every month from 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM. As of this posting they are meeting virtually, but plan on resuming in person in the Spring of 2022. Please contact Kay Yong at kay.yong@insightMCC.org or at (703) 204- 4664 for details.
Alzheimer’s Disease Organizations
Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association has local support groups that serve DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. The National Capital website links to many other online and offline resources offered by the national Alzheimer’s Association, including a 24/7 Helpline, education programs, Trial Match and advocacy resources.
Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center
“The Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center Web site will help you find current, comprehensive Alzheimer’s disease (AD) information and resources from the National Institute on Aging (NIA).” Their website includes caregivers’ resources and research, as well as general information.
Alzheimer’s Clinical Trial Consortium (ACTC)
The Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials Consortium’s mission is to provide an optimal infrastructure, utilizing centralized resources and shared expertise, to accelerate the development of effective interventions for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD).
Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI)
The Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI) at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine is dedicated to the development of effective treatments for Alzheimer’s disease through innovative, collaborative, multicenter clinical trials. USC ATRI is the Keck School’s clinical outlet for testing of new treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease. Paul Aisen, MD is the founding director of USC ATRI. He was the director of the ADCS until 2015.
Alzheimers.gov
Alzheimers.gov is the official website of the U.S. government, managed by the National Institute on Aging at the National Institutes of Health
For More Information
For more health, research and clinical trials information, visit the National Institute of Aging and Clinical Trials Directory websites.