Training family caregivers to support cancer patients in decision-making
Decision Support Training for Advanced Cancer Family Caregivers: The CASCADE Factorial Trial
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · NIH-10880246
This study is all about helping family caregivers of advanced cancer patients learn how to support their loved ones in making important health decisions, using a friendly online program that teaches them key skills to make the process easier and more aligned with what the patient wants.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10880246 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on preparing family caregivers of advanced cancer patients to effectively assist in health-related decision-making from diagnosis to end-of-life care. The CASCADE program utilizes telehealth to train caregivers in essential skills such as communication and decision support, ensuring they can provide the necessary support to patients during critical health decisions. By enhancing caregiver capabilities, the program aims to reduce patient distress and improve the alignment of care with patient values and preferences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are family caregivers of adults with advanced cancer who are involved in health-related decision-making.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving care for advanced cancer or do not have family caregivers involved in their decision-making may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower family caregivers to provide better support to cancer patients, leading to improved decision-making and reduced distress for both patients and caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous interventions aimed at enhancing caregiver support in palliative care have shown promise, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM — BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ODOM, JAMES N. — UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
- Study coordinator: ODOM, JAMES N.
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.
Conditions: Advanced Cancer, Cancer Family, Cancer Patient, Cancer Treatment, Cancers