Improving the living environment for older adults with dementia
Improving Person-Environment Fit of Community-Residing Older Adults with Dementia Through Assessment and Individualized Intervention
This study is looking at how to make homes better for older adults with dementia so they can feel more comfortable and engaged, while also helping their caregivers, and it will use telehealth to provide personalized support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10896440 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the fit between older adults with dementia and their home environments to reduce behavioral and psychiatric symptoms. It aims to assess how well individuals interact with their surroundings and to develop personalized interventions that can be delivered via telehealth. By improving this relationship, the project seeks to increase engagement in activities and reduce caregiver burden. The study will utilize a structured approach to evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are community-residing older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias who experience behavioral and psychiatric symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced stages of dementia requiring intensive medical care or those living in institutional settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of behavioral symptoms in older adults with dementia, improving their quality of life and reducing the need for institutional care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using environmental modifications to improve outcomes for individuals with dementia, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rhodus, Elizabeth — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Rhodus, Elizabeth
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.