RURAL MEMORY

The Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team is focused on collaborative research to improve dementia outcomes in Indigenous and rural communities. Led by Dr. Kristen Jacklin, the team will work to preserve brain health through collaborative, community-based research with rural and Indigenous partners. The origin of the name," Memory Keepers" Medical Discovery Team is significant. In many American Indian cultures, respected adults and elders of the tribe are responsible for preserving sacred medicine bundles, songs, and stories. In this spirit, the research to preserve brain health will enable American Indian communities to continue to benefit from the wisdom of their adults and elders far into the future... Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team is focused on understanding the dynamics of diabetes and dementia among people living in tribal and rural communities.

Also known as: Memory Keepers

Primary location: Duluth United States