Adapting a mobile app to support Hispanic caregivers of dementia patients
Official title: Cultural adaptation of a mobile caregiver intervention for Hispanic dementia caregivers
Funded at Trustees of Indiana University · NIH-10985780 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making a helpful mobile app for Hispanic caregivers who look after loved ones with Alzheimer's and similar conditions, so they can get the support they need in a way that fits their culture and challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Trustees of Indiana University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, United States) |
| Project start | September 3, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $178,487 |
| NIH project number | 1K23AG084856-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985780 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic individuals who are informal caregivers for family members with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Hispanic or who do not have caregivers may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a culturally relevant mobile application designed to assist Hispanic caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By understanding the unique challenges faced by these caregivers, the project aims to modify an existing telehealth tool called Brain CareNotes, which helps manage behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. The study will involve assessing the specific needs of Hispanic caregivers through a mixed-methods approach, ensuring that the intervention is tailored to their cultural context. The ultimate goal is to reduce caregiver burden and improve the quality of care provided to patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly alleviate the emotional and psychological burden on Hispanic caregivers, leading to better care for dementia patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can effectively reduce caregiver burden, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Trustees of Indiana University
Bloomington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rodriguez, Miriam Jocelyn — Trustees of Indiana University
- Study coordinator: Rodriguez, Miriam Jocelyn
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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.