Welcome to the Maude’s Awards blog! We’re sharing news and information on innovations in Alzheimer’s and dementia care from partner organizations and Maude’s Award recipients, as well as more information about the Awards.
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Celebrating the 2025 Maude’s Awards with Our Founder
Richard Ferry, the Founder of Maude’s Awards, shared an uplifting personal message during our 2025 virtual award announcement, which we have republished here to share that inspiration with our wider dementia care community. Good afternoon and thank you for joining us today to celebrate the 2025 winners for Maude’s Awards. Let me share a little…
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Awards vs. Grants: Understanding the Difference
Here at Maude’s Awards, we are honored to recognize the extraordinary individuals and organizations who are making a difference in the field of dementia care. Through our awards program, we celebrate innovation, compassion, and dedication in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. But what exactly is the difference between receiving an award and…
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An Interview with Eyleen Braaten of Giving Voice Initiative
Maude’s Awards Executive Director Marilyn Raichle sat down for an interview with Eyleen Braaten, Executive Director of Giving Voice, a 2021 Maude’s Award winner, to talk about Giving Voice’s growing programs and impacts, and music in dementia care at large. The conversation has been edited for length and clarity. Marilyn: Tell us about Giving Voice’s…
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Celebrating 5 Years of Maude’s Awards
In 2019, Richard Ferry founded Maude’s Awards for Innovation in Alzheimer’s Care, inspired by Maude, his beloved wife of 65 years. She lived her life with grace and elegance, a beacon of hope, love, and wisdom for all who knew her. She was and will always remain the wind beneath his wings. Maude developed dementia…
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