A home-based program to help family caregivers of dementia patients manage stress and learn about the disease.
A home-based, culturally and language specific intervention for dementia family caregivers: stress reduction and education with wearable technology for health
This study is creating a special program to help family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's by offering support and education in their own language and culture, so they can feel less stressed and better understand the disease while getting help right at home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875674 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally and language-specific intervention for family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's dementia. It aims to reduce caregiver stress and improve their understanding of the disease through education and the use of wearable technology. The program will be delivered at home by community health workers, making it accessible to underserved populations, particularly Latino and Asian caregivers. By monitoring caregivers' health and providing tailored support, the intervention seeks to enhance their overall well-being and caregiving experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's dementia, particularly those from underserved communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not caregivers or those who do not have access to the necessary technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental and physical health of family caregivers, leading to better care for individuals with dementia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar caregiver interventions, particularly those tailored to specific cultural needs.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- University of California-Irvine — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Jung-Ah — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Lee, Jung-Ah
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 below.