Elevated Caregiver Strain study: Caring Together vs Savvy Caregiver
Official title Leveraging Interventions for Caregiver Growth, Health, Training, Empowerment and Navigation: Comparing Group Behavioral Interventions to Improve Dementia Caregiver Strain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07868588
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares two telehealth group interventions to find out which one more effectively reduces caregiver stress, improves coping skills, and boosts confidence.
- Who it's for
- People who care for a family member with memory loss and are experiencing high caregiver strain.
- What's involved
- Participants will be randomly placed in one of two online group programs and will complete surveys at the start, after about 7 weeks, and again at 6 months.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 7 weeks of program participation with three assessment visits: baseline, week 7, and a 6‑month follow‑up.
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
You may be able to join if
- While the below criteria reference both the caregiver and care recipient, only caregivers will be enrolled in this study.
- Caregiver of a person with memory loss currently
- Care recipient currently living in community
- Caregiver at least 18 years of age
- Caregiver Zarit Burden Interview-6 (ZBI-6) greater than or equal to 9 or ZBI-22 greater than or equal to 34
You likely can't join if
- Care recipient enrolled or planning to enroll in hospice
- Severe, untreated mental illness or substance use (self or clinician report)
- Active suicide risk
- Residence outside the U.S. during study procedures
See the full eligibility criteria
- While the below criteria reference both the caregiver and care recipient, only caregivers will be enrolled in this study.
- Caregiver of a person with memory loss currently
- Care recipient currently living in community
- Caregiver at least 18 years of age
- Caregiver Zarit Burden Interview-6 (ZBI-6) greater than or equal to 9 or ZBI-22 greater than or equal to 34
- English or Spanish fluency/literacy
- Able and willing to participate
- Care recipient enrolled or planning to enroll in hospice
- Severe, untreated mental illness or substance use (self or clinician report)
- Active suicide risk
- Residence outside the U.S. during study procedures
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, 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. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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