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Behavioural Intervention

Compass for Care (Well-being intervention) for Dementia (Compass4Care Trial)

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Recruiting

Research Sponsored by Pro-Change Behavior Systems

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up baseline, 3, 6, and 9 months' follow-up

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Compass4Care Trial Summary

This trial aims to study the effects of a digital program called Compass for Care on caregivers of family members with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. Caregivers often experience high levels of emotional distress and are

Who is the study for?

This trial is for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias (ADRD) who are experiencing high levels of emotional distress. It aims to help them manage their well-being through a digital program called Compass for Care.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests two versions of the Compass for Care mobile app, one focusing on safety and the other on overall well-being. The goal is to see if these apps can reduce stress and improve mental health among ADRD caregivers.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves a digital intervention rather than medication, traditional side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience an increase in stress or anxiety when reflecting on self-care behaviors.

Compass4Care Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ baseline, 3, 6, and 9 months' follow-up

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~baseline, 3, 6, and 9 months' follow-up

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline, 3, 6, and 9 months' follow-up for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI)

Secondary outcome measures

Cantril/Gallup Life Evaluation Index

Cohen's Perceived Stress

Patient Health Questionaire (PHQ-9)

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Compass4Care Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Compass for Care (Well-being intervention)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants receive 12 weekly modules containing interactive activities and static content and tailored messages delivered via text message or email. The intervention focuses on five self-care behaviors critical to ADRD caregiver well-being: 1) taking time to recharge; 2) finding information about your loved one's diagnosis and needs; 3) discovering your strengths and limits; 4) exploring outside help; and 5) seeking emotional support.

Group II: Compass for Care (Safety intervention)Active Control1 Intervention

Participants receive 12 weekly modules and tailored messages delivered via text message or email. The intervention focuses on safety behaviors (e.g., weather safety, first aid, home safety, etc.)

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Pro-Change Behavior SystemsLead Sponsor

16 Previous Clinical Trials

14,469 Total Patients Enrolled

Kerry E Evers, PhDStudy DirectorPro-Change Behavior Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the current number of individuals actively participating in this research endeavor?

"Indeed, clinicaltrials.gov data indicates that patient recruitment is ongoing for this trial. The trial was first listed on November 13th, 2023 and last revised on January 31st, 2024. A total of 254 participants are sought from a single site."

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Are researchers currently enrolling participants for this medical study?

"Indeed, the details found on clinicaltrials.gov show that this study is presently open for patient enrollment. The trial was first made available on November 13th, 2023, and its most recent update was on January 31st, 2024. A total of 254 individuals are being sought at a single research site."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Compass for Care: A Theory-driven Mobile Solution to Promote Well-being Among Caregivers of Individuals With ADRD

2023. "Compass for Care: A Theory-driven Mobile Solution to Promote Well-being Among Caregivers of Individuals With ADRD". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06249139.

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