RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06897410

Reforça't: A Community, Social, and Healthcare Program for Patients With Cardiorespiratory Conditions Upon Hospital Discharge

Reforça't: A Randomized Community Clinical Trial With a Social and Healthcare Approach to Improve Functional Outcomes in Patients With Chronic Cardiac, Respiratory, or Mixed Conditions After Hospital Discharge


Sponsor

Corporació de Salut del Maresme i la Selva

Enrollment

200 participants

Start Date

Jan 13, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this randomized clinical trial is to determine whether an interdisciplinary, community-based intervention can reduce 30-day hospital readmissions and improve functional outcomes in patients aged 65 or older with chronic cardiac, respiratory, or mixed conditions following hospital discharge. The main questions it aims to answer are: Can the Reforça't program reduce 30-day hospital readmission rates to 25% compared to standard care? Does participation in Reforça't improve functional outcomes, medication adherence, quality of life, and mortality rates in this patient population? Researchers will compare patients enrolled in Reforça't (intervention group) with those receiving standard care (control group) to determine whether the program leads to lower readmission rates, improved health outcomes, and higher cost-effectiveness. Participants will: Undergo a pre- and post-intervention assessment (30 days post-discharge). Receive comprehensive, interdisciplinary care integrating medical, social, and rehabilitation services. Be monitored for 12 months to assess readmissions, survival, nursing home admissions, and overall well-being.


Eligibility

Min Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is evaluating a community-based support program called 'Reforça't' for older adults who have been hospitalized for a heart or lung condition and are returning home. The program combines healthcare visits, social support, and community services to help prevent readmission to the hospital, improve recovery, and support independent living at home. It is designed for patients near the Sant Jaume de Calella Hospital in Spain. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 65 years or older - You were hospitalized due to a flare-up of a heart, respiratory, or combined condition - You live within the hospital's coverage area - You are willing to participate and have signed an informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You currently live in a nursing home or care facility - You are already enrolled in a home care program - You have a terminal or very advanced illness with very limited life expectancy - You are on the waiting list for an organ transplant - You have significant language barriers that prevent participation - You have moderate to severe cognitive decline (GDS score of 5 or higher) - You have already participated in the Reforça't program before Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERInterdisciplinary Program for Post-Hospitalization / Hospital at home Management and Long-Term Outcomes in Older Adults with Chronic Cardiorespiratory Condition

Intervention Phase 1: Feasibility Assessment Duration: January 7, 2025 - January 11, 2025 Participants: 10-15 patients Description: All involved services will be available to address and resolve potential issues. The objective is to assess the feasibility of the program, ensuring that the intervention can be implemented as planned and identifying any practical or logistical challenges. Phases 2 \& 3: Comprehensive Intervention Duration: January 12, 2025 - June 30, 2025 Participants: 200 patients Description: Full-scale implementation of the intervention. Includes interdisciplinary care, home follow-ups, therapeutic optimization, functional rehabilitation, health education, and psychosocial support. Phase 4: Long-Term Follow-Up Duration: April 7, 2025 - June 30, 2026 Participants: 200 patients Description: Follow-up assessments at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months post-intervention. Evaluates hospital readmissi


Locations(1)

Hospital Comarcal de Calella - Corporació de Salut del Maresme i la Selva

Calella, Barcelona, Spain

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