Support for family caregivers of individuals with frontotemporal dementia
Official title: STELLA-FTD: Examination of a Behavior Change Intervention for FTD Family Care Partners
Funded at Oregon Health & Science University · NIH-10775281 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new program called STELLA-FTD to help family members who care for loved ones with frontotemporal dementia by making it easier for them to handle tough behaviors like agitation and apathy, so they can feel better and provide better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $667,300 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AG084523-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10775281 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are family caregivers of individuals diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not caregivers of individuals with frontotemporal dementia may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the STELLA-FTD intervention, which aims to support family members caring for individuals with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). The intervention is designed to reduce caregiver burden by addressing challenging behaviors associated with FTD, such as agitation and apathy. It utilizes a behavioral change technique known as the ABC approach, which helps caregivers identify and manage specific behaviors and their triggers. By testing the effectiveness of this intervention, the research seeks to provide valuable tools for caregivers to improve their well-being and the quality of care they provide.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly alleviate the emotional and physical burden experienced by family caregivers of individuals with FTD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown positive outcomes using similar behavioral change techniques in caregiver support, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindauer, Allison — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Lindauer, Allison
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.