Clinical trial for Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias
Official title Designing Care Management for Hospice Transitions for Persons Living With Advanced Dementia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07182357
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to see if a new checklist helps healthcare teams guide end-of-life decisions and measure how well the tool works.
- Who it's for
- People with advanced dementia who receive home healthcare, along with their family caregivers.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive standard home healthcare plus extra support from a care manager using the new checklist to discuss hospice options.
- Time commitment
- The study involves regular home visits over time to track care decisions and satisfaction.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Care partners of PLWD who have a diagnosis of moderate to severe dementia.
- Care managers who regularly engage hospice transitions with care partners of PLWD
- Medical providers (e.g., physicians and nurse practitioners) who refer patients for hospice enrollment.
- Home healthcare administrators who work with the Certified Home Health Agency or the Advanced Illness Management Program that refers patients to...
- Age 18 or older Exclusion Care Partner and PLWD Dyad
See the full eligibility criteria
- Care partners of PLWD who have a diagnosis of moderate to severe dementia.
- Care managers who regularly engage hospice transitions with care partners of PLWD
- Medical providers (e.g., physicians and nurse practitioners) who refer patients for hospice enrollment.
- Home healthcare administrators who work with the Certified Home Health Agency or the Advanced Illness Management Program that refers patients to hospice care
- Age 18 or older Exclusion Care Partner and PLWD Dyad
- Under age 18
- Care partners who are caring for PLWD with Mild Cognitive Impairment
- PLWD with Mild Cognitive Impairment HHC Professionals: Care Managers, Medical Providers, Administrators 1\. Do not have experience managing hospice transitions for PLWD
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, 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 New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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