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Activity-based Companion Care for Dementia (MEMORI Corps Trial)
MEMORI Corps Trial Summary
This trial is testing whether a 12-week program delivered by older volunteers can help people with dementia and their caregivers. The volunteers will either serve in the program immediately (active duty) or after a 12-week waitlist period (control group).
MEMORI Corps Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowMEMORI Corps Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.MEMORI Corps Trial Design
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- You are currently taking part in a clinical trial for dementia.I live with and help someone with daily activities.I am unable to understand or sign the consent form.I can perform more than two basic daily activities on my own.People with dementia diagnosed by a doctor and confirmed by a dementia rating scale above a certain number.I am 55 or older, can read, have no criminal record, passed health checks, have a car, and can travel locally.I have a good memory and thinking ability, can complete tasks quickly, and can commit to a year of service.I have trouble controlling my bladder or bowels.You plan to move away from the area within the next year.I haven't used any professional care services like in-home care or adult day centers in the last month.I am at the end stage of my disease and cannot move or communicate effectively.Caregivers who are currently participating in a study about behavior or education.I have been diagnosed with dementia, confirmed by a specific test score above 0.5.I am over 18 and considered a dependable caregiver.I have severe behavioral issues that could harm me or others.I can perform more than two basic daily activities on my own.People with diabetes who are in a dangerous situation when the study begins.I plan to move out of my home within 6 months.
- Group 1: Active Intervention
- Group 2: Control
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the age restriction for this experiment preclude individuals younger than fifty?
"According to the criteria for inclusion, individuals aged between 18 and 115 are eligible to enrol in this trial."
Could I potentially join this trial as a volunteer?
"To become a part of this trial, individuals must have dementia and be between 18-115 years old. A total of 560 participants need to be enrolled in the study."
How many participants are being recruited for this medical experiment?
"Affirmative. The information hosted on clinicaltrials.gov affirms that this medical investigation, which was initially brought to light on October 1st 2021, is currently searching for volunteers. A total of 560 individuals need to be found from a single site."
What goals is this research endeavor attempting to accomplish?
"The primary indicator of success in this study, which is monitored over a baseline to 12 week period, will be the shift in quality of life as assessed by the Quality of Life in Alzheimer's disease (QOL-AD) tool. Other data points tracked throughout include changes regarding utilization of outpatient medical services and home/community based long term services; along with stress levels measured through the Elders Life Stress Inventory (range 0-31)."
Are any new participants being accepted for enrollment in this trial?
"As per information on clinicaltrials.gov, the recruitment process is ongoing for this study which was first posted in October 2021 and underwent its most recent update a year later."
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