S18. Effective community engagement in older adults with Down syndrome: The ABC-DS experience
Tracks
Room 3
| Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| 14:00 - 16:00 |
| Room 3 |
Speaker
The role of effective community partnerships in Down syndrome research Ann Cohen
Associate Professor
University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
The role of effective community partnerships in Down syndrome research
Biography
Dr. Jaime Perales Puchalt
University of Kansas Medical Center
Engaging with Down syndrome community organizations to inform research practices
Biography
Dr. Lauren Ptomey
Associate Professor
University Of Kansas Medical Center
Integration of community members with Down syndrome into the research team (co-presented with team member with DS)
Biography
Lilcelia Williams
Utilizing story telling to encourage brain donation in Down Syndrome
Biography
