{"id":2805,"date":"2026-03-18T12:34:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T16:34:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1floridaadrc.org\/?page_id=2805"},"modified":"2026-03-20T15:04:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T19:04:03","slug":"the-participants-journey","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/1floridaadrc.org\/es\/the-participants-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"The Participant\u2019s Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"is-style-info wp-block-paragraph\">We view our participants as partners in discovery. Understanding what happens during a research visit helps make the process clear and predictable. We want your experience to be comfortable and meaningful from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you join us, you complete a yearly check-up that tracks your memory and physical health. These regular reviews are vital because they allow our specialists to build a personal profile of your health. We look at how everyday functioning, like your lifestyle and health status, might influence your brain as you age.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what you can expect:\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-block-coblocks-faq__title\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Scheduling a Time That Works for You\u202f<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is finding a day for your visit that works best for both you and your study partner. Your comfort is our priority, and we want to make sure you feel rested and ready. Because the visit involves spending most of the day with us, we offer transportation to and from your appointment, if you need it. We will also send you a friendly reminder in the days leading up to your visit to help you prepare.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Understanding Informed Consent: Your Choice, Your Voice\u202f<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before any part of the research begins, we will sit down with you and your study partner to go over the Informed Consent process. This is not just a form to sign; it is a dedicated time for us to talk about exactly what will happen during your visits.\u202fOur team will explain the goals of the research, the types of tests we perform, and how we protect your private information. We want to make sure you have all the information you need to feel comfortable. This is the perfect time to ask any questions you might have. No question is too small.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What you should know about consent:\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>You Are in Control<\/strong>: You can choose to skip any part of the study at any time.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It Is Voluntary<\/strong>: Choosing to participate is entirely up to you. If you decide to stop participating, it will not affect your regular medical care or your relationship with our doctors.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clear Communication<\/strong>: We will explain everything in plain language, whether you prefer to speak in English or Spanish.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ongoing Conversation<\/strong>: Consent isn&#8217;t just a one-time thing. We will continue to keep you informed about the research program every year you are with us.\u202f<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Cognitive and Memory Assessments\u202f<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our yearly memory check-ups are like detective work. While one test shows how your memory is doing today, seeing your progress year after year allows our scientists to identify shifts in how you process information. By understanding your &#8220;baseline,&#8221; or what is normal for you, we can better see the difference between healthy aging and the earliest signs of change.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Blood Draws- Biomarkers<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look for early warning signals in the body through simple blood tests. These markers of disease, called &#8220;biomarkers,&#8221; can show us how your genetics, blood sugar, and kidney function might be related to brain health. These markers can sometimes signal changes years before symptoms appear, which is the key to finding better ways to prevent and treat disease.\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Neuroimaging<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using brain images, such as MRI and PET scans, we get a clear look inside the brain\u2019s structure. These detailed images allow us to see the physical signs of brain health and check for specific proteins that are often linked to Alzheimer\u2019s and other related dementias. \u202f\u202f\u202f<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><summary class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question\" itemprop=\"name\"><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__content\">Longitudinal Follow-Ups<\/div><svg fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__question__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.39 14.99l-1.41 1.41L12 10.43 6.02 16.4l-1.41-1.41L12 7.6l7.39 7.39z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/summary><div class=\"wp-block-coblocks-faq-item__answer\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"><div itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We view our participants as partners for life. One year of data only shows represents a snapshot of your health. However, collecting data at different stages through the years allows us to see how things change and helps us prove what is actually causing those changes. By returning for your follow-up visits each year, you help us build a complete story of brain health.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>1FLORIDA ADRC VIDEO<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Participating in clinical research is a significant step, and we believe that transparency is the first part of a successful partnership. To help you feel confident and informed, we\u2019ve prepared a series of short videos that introduce our dedicated team and provide a clear, step-by-step look at what to expect during a typical visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Watch Video<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile coblocks-animate\" data-coblocks-animation=\"slideInLeft\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"393\" data-attachment-id=\"2871\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/1floridaadrc.org\/es\/the-participants-journey\/digital-glowing-blue-light-brain-human-organ\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/render-of-a-brain-on-blue-background-with-particles-700x500-1.jpg?fit=700%2C500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"700,500\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Glce - stock.adobe.com&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Digital glowing blue light brain human organ. 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This contribution allows our researchers to increase their understanding of how memory disorders work and to determine if new therapies are truly effective. By providing these essential answers, you help ensure that future generations will benefit from better care and more accurate medical discoveries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/umcnsa.wixsite.com\/1fl-braindonation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lean More about Brain Donation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light is-style-default\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"202\" data-attachment-id=\"2869\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/1floridaadrc.org\/es\/?attachment_id=2869\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?fit=1170%2C430&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1170,430\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;5.6&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Spotmatik - stock.adobe.com&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5DS&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Senior Caucasian American couple enjoying relaxing beach vacation sitting on red chairs with ocean view at sunset Bahamas&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1431012914&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;\\u00a9 Spotmatik Limited&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;400&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.005&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Senior couple enjoying beach vacation at sunset Bahamas&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Senior couple enjoying beach vacation at sunset Bahamas\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Senior Caucasian American couple enjoying relaxing beach vacation sitting on red chairs with ocean view at sunset Bahamas&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?fit=550%2C202&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2869 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?resize=550%2C202&#038;ssl=1\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?w=1170&amp;ssl=1 1170w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?resize=300%2C110&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C376&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?resize=768%2C282&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?resize=18%2C7&amp;ssl=1 18w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/1floridaadrc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/couple-enjoying-sunset-on-the-beach-1170x430-white-edit-1.jpg?w=1100&amp;ssl=1 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#f1e1cc\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Interested in Participating?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Every medical breakthrough begins with one person who chooses to participate in scientific research. By joining the 1Florida ADRC, you become a vital partner in advancing our understanding of the aging brain.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:info@1floridaadrc.org\">Contact Us to Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We view our participants as partners in discovery. Understanding what happens during a research visit helps make the process clear and predictable. We want your experience to be comfortable and meaningful from start to finish. When you join us, you complete a yearly check-up that tracks your memory and physical health. 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