Improving support for American Indian caregivers of dementia patients
Official title: Enhancing American Indian Caregiver Mastery through a Savvy Caregiver Peer Program
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-10936532 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping American Indian caregivers who look after loved ones with dementia by offering a friendly program that includes six weekly sessions filled with helpful information and support tailored to their cultural needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $675,502 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG082074-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10936532 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian caregivers who are caring for family members with dementia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not caregivers or who do not belong to the American Indian community may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the skills and knowledge of American Indian caregivers who care for individuals with dementia. It involves a Savvy Caregiver Program that includes six weekly sessions designed to provide education and support tailored to the unique cultural needs of American Indian communities. The program incorporates peer support and interactive learning to help caregivers manage the challenges of dementia care, reduce feelings of isolation, and improve their overall well-being. By using community-based participatory research, the program aims to create culturally relevant resources and support systems for caregivers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower American Indian caregivers with the knowledge and skills needed to provide better care for their loved ones with dementia.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in caregiver support programs, particularly those that are culturally tailored and community-based.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lewis, Jordan Paul — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Lewis, Jordan Paul
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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.