Helping patients and their families manage chronic kidney disease together
Supporting Patients and Family Care Partners to Manage Chronic Kidney Disease Together
This study is all about finding better ways to help older adults with chronic kidney disease and their family caregivers feel healthier and happier by involving their loved ones in the care process.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11013913 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing interventions that support older patients with chronic kidney disease and their family caregivers. It aims to enhance the health and well-being of both patients and their care partners through family-centered approaches. The project combines insights from various fields, including communication, psychology, and public health, to create effective strategies for managing the disease. By involving family members in the care process, the research seeks to improve daily living activities and overall quality of life for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who are living with chronic kidney disease and their family caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management of chronic kidney disease for patients and their families, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in family-centered interventions for chronic diseases, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Depasquale, Nicole — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Depasquale, Nicole
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.