A system to help people with Alzheimer's and related dementias manage their health at home
Connection, Independence, and Circular Support: Prompted Health Awareness Enabled by the At-Home Health Station
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use health tool called the At-home Health Station, which helps people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers keep track of health needs and reminders, so everyone can feel more independent and connected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | B a Maze, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Louisville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922026 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the At-home Health Station (AHS), a user-friendly technology platform designed to assist individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in managing their health. The AHS will provide remote patient monitoring and health reminders tailored to the needs of users, enabling them to maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. Caregivers will also benefit from a secure web application that allows them to manage health prompts and monitor their loved ones' health status effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who are living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias to live more independently while ensuring they receive necessary health support.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-assisted health management can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive impairments, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Louisville, UNITED STATES
- B a Maze, INC. — Louisville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mazur, Robert — B a Maze, INC.
- Study coordinator: Mazur, Robert
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.