A digital tool to improve communication for Latino patients with Alzheimer's and their caregivers
Official title: Personalized visualization tool to improve communication between clinicians, Latinos with ADRD, and their care partners
Funded at Clear Session, INC. · NIH-10918538 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful digital tool for Latino patients with Alzheimer's and their caregivers to make it easier for them to understand and share important health information with doctors and each other.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Clear Session, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $499,796 |
| NIH project number | 1R43AG084385-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918538 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and their caregivers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Latino or do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a digital visualization tool designed specifically for Latino patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers. The tool will enhance communication between patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers by presenting information in a clear, culturally relevant manner. It addresses existing disparities in patient-provider communication by using animations and visuals that can be saved and shared, helping patients and caregivers better understand and remember important health discussions. The approach focuses on overcoming barriers related to literacy and education, ensuring that all parties can engage effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of communication and understanding between Latino ADRD patients, their caregivers, and healthcare providers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored communication tools can improve patient outcomes, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Clear Session, INC.
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haacke, Carl — Clear Session, INC.
- Study coordinator: Haacke, Carl
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.