Improving non-institutional care for Veterans and their caregivers
Official title: Home Excellence Research and Outcomes Center to Advance, Redefine and Evaluate Non-institutional Caregiving (HERO CARE)
Funded at South Texas Veterans Health Care System · NIH-10308732 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The HERO CARE initiative is working to improve care for Veterans and their caregivers by figuring out the best types of support for each person's needs, so they can make smart choices about their care together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | South Texas Veterans Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2018 |
| Project end | September 30, 2024 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I50HX002767-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10308732 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans of all ages who require non-institutional care and have caregivers involved in their care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are currently receiving institutional care or do not have caregivers may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The HERO CARE initiative aims to enhance the delivery of non-institutional care for Veterans by developing data-driven, integrated approaches that involve both Veterans and their caregivers. This research focuses on identifying which types of care are most beneficial for different Veterans based on their unique needs and circumstances. By utilizing a chronic care model, the project seeks to create a comprehensive system for implementing and evaluating best practices in care delivery. The goal is to empower Veterans and caregivers with the information they need to make informed decisions about their care options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized care solutions for Veterans, improving their overall health and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving care delivery models for Veterans, suggesting that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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South Texas Veterans Health Care System
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leykum, Luci — South Texas Veterans Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Leykum, Luci
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.