RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07393529

A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of a Social Network Intervention

A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial of a Social Network Intervention for Older Patients With Cancer

Sponsor

University of Rochester

Enrollment

70 participants

Start Date

Apr 10, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Advanced Cancer Older Adults (65 Years and Older)Social Networks

Summary

This is a pilot randomized controlled trial to assess the feasibility, acceptability, appropriateness, and structure of the SONATA intervention. In addition, it will assess the preliminary efficacy of SONATA compared to enhanced usual care among 70 older adults with advanced cancer.

Eligibility

Min Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria9

Patients
Age ≥65 years
A diagnosis of advanced or likely incurable cancer, as determined by the primary oncologist
Able to speak English
Able to provide informed consent
Age ≥18 years
Identified as an SN member by the patient in the intervention arm
Able to speak English
Able to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria4

Any psychiatric or cognitive impairments interfering with participation as determined by the oncology team
Unwilling to complete study procedures
Social Network Members (if available, for intervention arm only)
Unwilling to complete study procedures

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALSONATA

SONATA includes six evidence-based components to help patients: 1) identify and set personal goals to achieve well-being (goal-setting); 2) identify their social network (SN) members and map their SNs (network diagnostics); 3) engage key SN members to address their goals and needs (network engagement); 4) build channels for communication and collaboration with key SN members via in-person and virtual activities (opportunity creation); 5) communicate effectively with their key SN members, develop action plans, and provide support (skill building); and 6) engage in cycles of feedback to effectively respond to the patient's evolving needs.