Clinical trial for Caregiver Burden
Official title Support Via Technology: Living and Learning With Advancing Dementia-REVISED
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06460012
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether the STELLA‑R online program can lower caregiver stress and make it easier to handle upsetting behaviors.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a family member or friend who cares for someone with dementia and feels stressed by their behaviors.
- What's involved
- You will use a computer or tablet to follow the STELLA‑R lessons. The program teaches you a simple ABC method to understand and respond to behaviors. You will practice these steps on your own at home.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts about 8 weeks, with weekly online lessons and a few short check‑in surveys. You will need to log in each week and complete the lessons and surveys.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adult caring for family member with ADRD
- Age of 18 years or older
- Speaks and understands English to be able to participate in intervention
- Owns a telephone (smartphone, cell phone or landline)
- Has email and mailing address to receive study materials and surveys
You likely can't join if
- Vision problems severe enough to prevent participation
- Unwilling or unable to adequately follow study instructions and participate in study procedures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult caring for family member with ADRD
- Age of 18 years or older
- Speaks and understands English to be able to participate in intervention
- Owns a telephone (smartphone, cell phone or landline)
- Has email and mailing address to receive study materials and surveys
- Provides informed consent to participate in the research
- Lives in Oregon, Washington or Idaho
- Identifies two or more behavioral symptoms that are distressing to them (care partner)
- Vision problems severe enough to prevent participation
- Unwilling or unable to adequately follow study instructions and participate in study procedures
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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