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