Improving support for Latino families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease.
Official title: Enhancing NSHAP Caregiving & Social Network Measures to Contextualize Aging & Family Caregiving of AD/ADRD among English- and Spanish-speaking Latino Older Adults
Funded at National Opinion Research Center · NIH-10929527 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to better understand the challenges that Latino older adults with Alzheimer's and their bilingual caregivers face, especially when they have to communicate in a mostly English-speaking healthcare system, so we can find ways to improve support and communication for these families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Opinion Research Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $606,257 |
| NIH project number | 5R56AG083174-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929527 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino older adults and their caregivers who are dealing with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Latino or do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the understanding of caregiving and social networks among Latino older adults dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It focuses on the unique challenges faced by bilingual caregivers who must navigate a predominantly English-speaking healthcare system while caring for family members who may revert to their first language. By enriching existing measures and considering cultural nuances, the project seeks to improve communication and support for these families. The study will utilize data from the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project (NSHAP) to better understand the social and linguistic contexts that influence caregiving experiences.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved resources and support systems for Latino families affected by Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can significantly improve outcomes for diverse populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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National Opinion Research Center
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Piedra, Lissette — National Opinion Research Center
- Study coordinator: Piedra, Lissette
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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.