LEADERS AND CONSULTANTS FROM AN AGING CENTER IN MICHIGAN: PRODUCTIVE AND TAILORED ENGAGEMENT WITH AFRICAN AMERICANS
2024
Engaging African Americans in Research: The Healthier Black Elders Center
Sample size: 1300
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Author Information
Author(s): Perry Tam, Wilma Stringer, Cynthia Howell, Vanessa Rorai, Amanda Horn, Jamie Mitchell, Kent Key
Primary Institution: Wayne State University
Conclusion
The Healthier Black Elders Center has successfully engaged older Black adults in research through a consulting program that incorporates their feedback and insights.
Supporting Evidence
- The Healthier Black Elders Center has a research registry of over 1100 older Detroiters and over 200 older Flint residents.
- The consulting program was launched in 2020 to enhance community engagement in research.
- Community Advisory Board members provide valuable feedback on research design and content.
Takeaway
A center in Michigan helps older Black adults share their thoughts on health research, making sure their voices are heard.
Methodology
The center launched a consulting program to gather feedback from community members on research approaches and design.
Participant Demographics
Older Black adults in Detroit and Flint, Michigan.
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