RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05733520

I-CARE 2: Mobile Telehealth to Reduce Alzheimer'S-related Symptoms

I-CARE 2 RCT: Mobile Telehealth to Reduce Alzheimer'S-related Symptoms for Caregivers and Patients

Sponsor

Indiana University

Enrollment

184 participants

Start Date

May 30, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Alzheimer Disease Caregiver Burden

Summary

This study is a randomized, controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate the effect of Brain CareNotes (a mobile health application) on the burden experienced by unpaid caregivers of patients with dementia and on the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) displayed by care recipients. Over 39 months, the trial will enroll 184 caregivers of community-dwelling patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia (ADRD). Caregivers will be randomized to use the Brain CareNotes app or an attention control education-only app for 12 months, with usage reminders.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria5

Self-identified primary unpaid caregiver of a person diagnosed with ADRD (at any stage) who are:
Receiving primary care and
Community-dwelling;
English literate;
Age ≥ 18 years

Exclusion Criteria3

Care recipient is a permanent resident of an extended care facility (nursing home);
Involvement in another clinical trial that would prevent or interfere with study objectives;
Sensory or other impairment prohibiting the use of a mobile touchscreen device or other study activity (after correction)

Interventions

BEHAVIORALBrain CareNotes

The Brain CareNotes mobile telehealth app is used by unpaid caregivers for BPSD management. It includes remote communication with an external human support person-a care coach-as well as features for users to independently perform health-related activities.

BEHAVIORALDementia Guide Expert

Dementia Guide Expert provides education only and no interactive BPSD management support, coaching, assessment, or external response. It contains "evidence-based expert information on what dementia is, types, contributing factors, risks, symptoms, stages, diagnosis, tests, treatment, management, communication techniques, and links to resources and support services."