Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research

Stipends paid to residents had unintended consequences.

By: Carrie Leach, Wayne State University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 20, 2026

Words: 1,305

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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By Carrie Leach, Wayne State University

For the past 10 years, I have worked on closing the communication gaps that keep older adults at arm’s length from research that could improve their lives.

I worked with Detroiters to bridge the digital divide by developing tools that make it easier for older adults to get online, allowing them to connect to health information and learn about benefits they’re eligible for. I have also codesigned …

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