Understanding the financial challenges faced by caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease.
Official title: Financial Impact of Support and Care in Alzheimer's disease and Related Dementias (FISCAL)
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-11130144 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer's and related dementias affects the finances of family caregivers, and it wants to hear from caregivers of all backgrounds about the money challenges they face, like medical bills and job changes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $198,995 |
| NIH project number | 1R56AG088547-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11130144 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are family caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly those from diverse racial and geographic backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not caregivers or those who do not have a family member with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the financial impact that caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias has on family caregivers. It aims to engage diverse caregivers and their social networks to identify specific financial burdens they face, such as medical costs and changes in employment. The study will develop and test a comprehensive measure to quantify these financial impacts, ensuring that the experiences of caregivers from various backgrounds are accurately captured.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better support systems and resources for caregivers, ultimately improving their financial well-being.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically addressing the financial impacts on caregivers of Alzheimer's patients, similar studies have shown success in identifying caregiver burdens in other chronic conditions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bouldin, Erin — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Bouldin, Erin
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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.