Butler Hospital

This National Doctor's Day, we honor the dedicated doctors who provide compassionate care and support for mental health and well-being. Your expertise and commitment make a profound difference in the lives of so many. Thank you for all that you do.

Chester Dewitt, Outreach Community Liaison for the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital, recently joined the "Handshake Initiative" at Providence schools, greeting students and showing them that success knows no bounds. “This initiative is deeply meaningful to me because it not only gives back to the community but also ensures students start their day with a smile, reinforcing the importance of education and showing them that they are backed by caring leaders,” says Dewitt.

Are you between 55 and 75 years old with normal memory? You may qualify for a research study exploring whether an investigational medication can help delay Alzheimer's disease symptoms in at-risk individuals. Eligible participants will receive compensation. Learn more and apply to participate: https://hubs.ly/Q038RV6z0

Protecting Mental Health Butler Hospital hosted Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo, medical professionals, and advocates for a press conference discussing the devastating impact proposed Medicaid cuts would have on behavioral and mental health care. Medicaid provides critical support for more than 300,000 Rhode Islanders, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Cutting these essential services would leave countless people without the care they need.

Meet Idri, Associate Chief Nursing Officer. Idri knew early on that psychology was her passion. She took a leap, interviewed, and promised leadership they wouldn’t regret taking a chance on her - and she’s proven them right ever since. While balancing life as a mom of two, she pursued a master’s in geriatrics and management and was recently promoted. At Butler, stories like Idri’s highlight the opportunities for growth, innovation, and impact within our team. If you're inspired to make a difference and build a fulfilling career, explore our openings: https://hubs.ly/Q038FK330

Butler's Memory and Aging Program will be at the Brain Waves Rhode Island Brain Fairs– a free, family-friendly event with over 50 interactive exhibits. Attendees will have the opportunity to touch a real human brain, measure brain waves, try on distortion goggles, create brain-inspired art, and meet scientists and clinicians. Join us for some Brain Fair fun this March: ? Brown Brain Fair | Saturday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Brown University Engineering Building ? Pawtucket Brain Fair | Saturday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q038RKDJ0

Did you know nearly 2/3 of Americans living with Alzheimer's, and more than 60% of Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers are women? This International Women's Day, we recognize the countless women impacted by Alzheimer's, and showing our gratitude for the many female scientists, researchers, and healthcare providers working tirelessly toward better treatments and a cure right here at Butler Hospital’s Memory and Aging Program and beyond. Want to make a difference? Learn about joining our Alzheimer's Prevention Registry: https://hubs.ly/Q038RKDK0

To our incredible team - thank you for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to providing hope and healing every day. Your work changes lives, and we are so grateful for each of you.

Does OCD get worse in the winter? Nicole McLaughlin, Neuropsychology Clinical Director and Director of Psychiatric Neurosurgery at Butler Hospital, spoke with WJAR-TV’s Barbara Morse about how seasonal changes—like reduced daylight, colder weather, and social isolation—can heighten anxiety and obsessive thoughts. Learn more about the connection and available treatments in the full interview: https://hubs.ly/Q039vvvc0

February was National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to highlight the impact of dating violence among teens and young adults and the importance of promoting healthy relationships. Dr. Roisin O’Mara, a psychologist at Butler Hospital, spoke with Providence Business News about recognizing warning signs and the role of early intervention. Read the full Q&A: https://hubs.ly/Q039fZMf0