Dementia Care Training for Dementia
(CfAA Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Care for America's Aging is a randomized pilot study investigating whether a home health aide training intervention consisting of enhanced dementia-specific curriculum content will improve: 1) behavioral symptoms of older adult persons living with dementia or cognitive impairment (PLWD/CI) and 2) global health-related quality of life among PLWD/CI and their care partners.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the dementia care training program safe for participants?
The dementia care training programs, such as the IHSS + ADRD Training Project and Montessori-based training, focus on improving caregiver skills and have shown positive outcomes like increased knowledge and client pleasure, without reported safety concerns. Additionally, home safety interventions and toolkits have been effective in reducing risks and improving safety for people with dementia, suggesting that these training programs are generally safe for participants.12345
How does the dementia care training treatment differ from other treatments for dementia?
This dementia care training is unique because it focuses on enhancing the skills and confidence of caregivers through online and mobile e-learning platforms, incorporating mentoring and social networking. Unlike traditional medical treatments, it aims to improve the quality of care by empowering caregivers with knowledge and practical skills to better support individuals with dementia at home.15678
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Enhanced home health aide training for dementia care?
Research shows that training programs for dementia carers can lead to increased patient survival at home and reduced psychological stress for carers. Additionally, training home health aides in specific activities, like Montessori-based methods, significantly increases the pleasure experienced by clients with dementia.1791011
Who Is on the Research Team?
Olivia I Okereke, MD, MS
Principal Investigator
Massachusetts General Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals aged 60 or above with mild to moderate dementia or cognitive impairment, who are part of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system and have a care partner. They must be referred to home care services after hospital discharge and able to read English. Those with severe dementia, without a care partner, in palliative care, or unable to consent due to cognitive issues cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Training Intervention
Home health aides receive either enhanced or standard curriculum training
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for behavioral symptoms and quality of life outcomes
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Enhanced home health aide training
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Massachusetts General Hospital
Lead Sponsor