Get Inspired!

Meet some of the everyday heroes who have channeled their grit and gifts to be part of the solution!  These inspiring people have shared the fruits of their labor with the SMADRC to make a difference. 

Join these everyday heroes to make a difference! Click here to learn more about how you can give to the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.

Meet Norb Lyle

This short film titled, "Every Step Counts," showcases his story about running ultra marathons for Alzheimer's research.  

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Meet Dr. Rob Pedowitz

Dr. Pedowitz has channeled his love for travel and nature photography into beautiful art that portrays symbolic imagery of the emotional caregiving experience.  Dr. Pedowitz recently awarded the Shiley-Marcos ADRC with one of his thought provoking pieces to share in the lobby for participants, care partners, and clinic patients and their families to enjoy.  To learn more about his story, read the newlsetter article on page 6-7.

Meet Cynthia Knight

This book of poems for caregivers of persons with dementia showcases her capacity to find a silver lining through creative expression.

Meet Joseph Stanovich

Joseph Stanowitz is passionate about golf and has been hosting an annual golf tournament fundraiser to support Down Syndrome Research at the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.  To learn more about his story, read the newsletter article on page 14.

Meet Mary Pat Warner

Mary Pat Warner is honoring her late husband, Richard Warner's memory, by donating the proceeds from the sale of his artwork to the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.  Mary Pat would like to support families living with Alzheimer's and related dementias through the SMADRC research fund and Quallity of Life Program Fund.