RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06099197

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

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

Sponsor

Indiana University

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Sep 26, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Alzheimer Disease Caregiver Burden

Summary

This study is a randomized, controlled trial (RCT) to evaluate usability and acceptability, and met and unmet needs from a caregiver intervention app, Brain CareNotes, among unpaid Hispanic caregivers of patients with dementia. Brain CareNotes provides support for management of the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) displayed by care recipients. Over 10 months, the trial will enroll 40 Hispanic 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

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study — called I-CARE 2 — is testing a mobile phone-based support program designed to help Hispanic family caregivers who are looking after a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. The app aims to reduce caregiver stress and improve coping skills by delivering telehealth-based coaching and resources. **You may be eligible if...** - You identify as Hispanic and are the primary unpaid caregiver for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia - You are 18 years or older - You can read English - You and your loved one are living in the community (not in a nursing home) - You are receiving primary care **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your loved one lives permanently in a nursing home or extended care facility - You are enrolled in another clinical trial that would interfere with this one - You have a physical or sensory impairment that prevents you from using a touchscreen mobile device Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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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."