Understanding the support networks of caregivers for people with Alzheimer's disease
Capturing the complexities of informal caregiver networks: New measures to improve outcomes for informal care partners of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD)
This study is looking at how different people, like friends and family, help care for those with Alzheimer's and similar conditions, so we can better support both the caregivers and the loved ones they care for.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10728350 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the experiences of informal caregivers, or care partners, who support individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It aims to develop a new measurement system that captures the complexities of caregiving networks, including non-traditional caregivers such as friends and blended family members. By understanding these diverse caregiving experiences, the research seeks to improve the health and well-being of both caregivers and those they care for. The study will utilize advanced data analysis techniques to gather insights from various caregiver networks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include informal caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in caregiving or do not have a caregiver network may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support systems and resources for caregivers, enhancing their well-being and the quality of care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on primary caregivers, this approach to understanding non-traditional caregiver networks is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carlozzi, Noelle E. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Carlozzi, Noelle E.
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.