Improving care for people with dementia and their caregivers
Health Systems Core
This study is all about finding better ways to support people with dementia and their caregivers by creating helpful, easy-to-use solutions that fit into the healthcare system, so everyone gets the care they really need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10673678 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the care provided to individuals with dementia and their caregivers by developing and testing practical, non-drug interventions within the complex U.S. healthcare system. It aims to address the challenges of fragmented care by designing interventions that are tailored to the diverse needs of patients and their families. The project will involve collaboration between researchers and healthcare providers to ensure that these interventions can be effectively implemented in real-world settings, ultimately improving the quality of care for dementia patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers who are seeking improved care strategies.
Not a fit: Patients with dementia who are already receiving comprehensive, coordinated care may not see additional benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better coordinated and more effective care for individuals with dementia, reducing the burden on both patients and their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing interventions for dementia care, but this approach aims to test these interventions within functioning healthcare systems, which is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Larson, Eric B — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Larson, Eric B
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.