Parkinson’s Research with Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity

Research Title: Parkinson’s Research with Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity

Organization: University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)

Study Purpose: This study is focused on understanding the health and health care needs of the LGBTQIA+ population living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. The study consists of a 45min phone survey with people with Parkinson’s and a 45min survey for their caregivers. All surveys/interviews will be conducted over the phone.

Website to participate in the study: N/A

Target Population: This is a national study available to the following individuals, 18 years or older living in the United States:

  • LGBTQIA+ participants living with Parkinson’s
  • Caregivers of LGBTQIA+ participants living with Parkinson’s

Research incentives/Benefits: All participants who complete the survey will receive a $25 Visa gift card.

If selected, twenty-five caregivers of people living with Parkinson’s disease who complete a one-on-one interview will receive an additional $25 Visa gift card.

Estimated Time Commitment: Minimum of ~45-60min for the phone survey; an additional 1 hour for caregivers selected for an interview

Primary Contact: Jason Flatt

To participate, email:  jason.flatt@unlv.edu

Recruitment begins: 08/01/2022

Recruitment Ends: 01/01/2024

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