Family History and Genetics
The Family History and Genetic Risk Factors for Dementia Focus Group Study
Purpose
The Family History and Genetic Risk Factors for Dementia Focus Group study is a focus group study for individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), mild Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), an AD related dementia (ADRD), and caregivers of individuals with mild cognitive impairment or dementia. We are looking for people who are interested in participating in a focus group conversation with others that will take place in person or remotely in the Los Angeles area. Study procedures may include: Answering questions about yourself and share your experiences and perspectives as part of a group conversation or interview.
- Individuals who identify as Latino/Hispanic, Black/African American, Asian American and Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaska Native
- Individuals with a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI)/mild dementia OR
- Caregiver of an individual with a dementia or
- 18 years or older
- Able to attend an in-person focus group for about 2 hours
(PI: Timothy Chang, MD, PhD)
To learn more, please contact Ariadna Martinez at (310) 206-0468 or by email at adrceaston@mednet.ucla.edu.