The annual Research Participant Appreciation Brunch looked different this year when 15 staff members from the Wisconsin ADRC and community volunteers delivered 208 meals to African American Clinical Core research participants. Healthy brunch meals were prepared out of the Fountain of Life Covenant Church kitchen by Chef James Bloodsaw and his catering company Just Veggiez. Participants also received thank you certificates listing the number of years they have been involved in the ADRC Clinical Core and a folder of educational materials. Carey Gleason, PhD, leader of the Wisconsin ADRC’s Inclusion of Underrepresented Groups Core, provided an update on new programs and initiatives along with her annual celebration of life and longevity. View a PDF of Dr. Gleason’s update.
Dr. Gleason and Fabu Carter, MA, senior outreach specialist at the Wisconsin ADRC, presented Volunteer of the Year certificates to Ms. Charlotte Rankin and Ms. Jessie Rankin. The awards recognize research participants who demonstrate service, dedication, and commitment to their communities. The Rankin sisters, both retired teachers, have been participating in research at the Wisconsin ADRC since 2016. Ms. Jessie says she joined the research because she has always promoted brain health and Ms. Charlotte says she joined the research to make sure that her brain stayed healthy.
“One of the reasons that the Rankin sisters were chosen as Volunteers of the Year is that they have been two of our biggest recruiters and supporters," Carter said. "Their experiences with the Wisconsin ADRC have been positive, and they have recommended our memory services to other seniors.”
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