Customizable training software for Alzheimer’s care providers
CUSTOMIZABLE TRAINING SOFTWARE FOR PROFESSIONAL ALZHEIMER DIRECT CARE PROVIDERS
This study is creating new training software for caregivers who help people with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, making it easier for them to learn in a way that fits their needs so they can provide better care and feel more supported in their jobs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Proactive Memory Services, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899632 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative training software tailored for professional caregivers who assist individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The project aims to address the shortcomings of current training methods by creating a customizable, mobile platform that allows caregivers to access training materials continuously and adapt them to their individual learning styles. Through interviews and surveys with direct care providers and administrators, the research will identify specific training needs and preferences to inform the software's design. The goal is to enhance caregiver skills, reduce job turnover, and improve the quality of care for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are professional direct care providers working in assisted living facilities or personal care agencies who care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving care from professional direct care providers or those not diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the training and effectiveness of caregivers, leading to better care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various training initiatives for caregivers, this approach of customizable mobile training software is relatively novel and has not been widely tested.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- Proactive Memory Services, INC. — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Foster, Norman Louis — Proactive Memory Services, INC.
- Study coordinator: Foster, Norman Louis
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.