Providing hospital-level care at home for people with dementia
Official title: Skipping the hospital: acute hospital care at home for people living with dementia
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-10954139 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at a new way to help people with dementia get hospital-level care right at home, so they can stay comfortable and avoid the downsides of being in a hospital, like confusion or losing their abilities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $917,701 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AG082771-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10954139 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias who require acute care but can be safely treated at home.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with severe acute conditions that require immediate hospitalization or those without a diagnosis of dementia may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a new model of care that allows individuals living with dementia to receive hospital-level treatment in the comfort of their own homes. By utilizing acute hospital care at home (AHCaH), patients can avoid the risks associated with hospitalization, such as loss of functional status and delirium. The approach includes regular visits from nurses and physicians, physical and occupational therapy, and continuous monitoring, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their needs. This model aims to improve the quality of life for patients while minimizing the adverse effects of traditional hospital stays.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce hospitalizations and improve health outcomes for patients living with dementia.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results for home-based acute care models, indicating potential for success in this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Levine, David Michael — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Levine, David Michael
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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.