Exploring text message support for Latino caregivers of Alzheimer's patients
Official title: Testing the effects of a text message caregiver support intervention for Latinos
Funded at University of Kansas Medical Center · NIH-10784015 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a helpful text messaging program called CuidaTEXT that sends daily tips and support in English and Spanish to Latino family caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's, aiming to make their caregiving journey a little easier and improve their well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project start | September 27, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $774,997 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AG082306-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10784015 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not caregivers or who do not identify as Latino may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a text messaging intervention designed to support Latino family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The intervention, called CuidaTEXT, provides daily automated messages in both English and Spanish, covering topics such as caregiving education, social support, and self-care. Caregivers can also interact with a coach for personalized assistance. The goal is to improve the mental health and caregiving experience of Latino caregivers who often face unique challenges.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the mental health and caregiving experience of Latino caregivers dealing with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have gone: Preliminary findings from a feasibility study indicate that similar text message interventions have shown promise in improving caregiver support and satisfaction.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perales Puchalt, Jaime — University of Kansas Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Perales Puchalt, Jaime
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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.