How family caregivers impact home health care for older adults with Alzheimer's disease
Effects of Family Caregiver Availability and Capacity on Home Health Care for Older Adults with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
This study is looking at how family caregivers help older adults with Alzheimer's and related conditions at home, and it wants to find out how to better support these caregivers so they can provide the best care possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Visiting Nurse Service of New York NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10825568 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of family caregivers in providing home health care for older adults suffering from Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). It aims to understand how caregiver availability and capacity affect the quality of care received by these patients at home. By analyzing the interactions between caregivers and healthcare providers, the study seeks to identify ways to enhance support for caregivers, which is crucial for improving patient outcomes. The research will involve collecting data on caregiver involvement and the specific needs they have during home health care episodes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and are receiving home health care.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved home health care strategies that enhance the quality of life for older adults with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that engaging family caregivers can significantly improve care outcomes for patients with chronic conditions, suggesting that this approach may also be effective for those with ADRD.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Visiting Nurse Service of New York — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Burgdorf, Julia — Visiting Nurse Service of New York
- Study coordinator: Burgdorf, Julia
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.