Using mobile technology to help manage Alzheimer's symptoms for patients and their caregivers
I-CARE 2 RCT: Mobile Telehealth to Reduce Alzheimer's-related Symptoms for Caregivers and Patients
This study is testing a helpful mobile app called Brain CareNotes that supports caregivers of people with Alzheimer's and related dementias by making it easier to manage challenging behaviors and feelings, with the goal of making life better for both caregivers and their loved ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Trustees of Indiana University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bloomington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908521 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a mobile telehealth app called Brain CareNotes, designed to assist caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) in managing behavioral and psychological symptoms. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of this app in reducing caregiver burden and improving patient outcomes through a randomized clinical trial. Participants will engage with the app, which incorporates evidence-based strategies and user-centered design to provide support and resources for managing symptoms. The research follows a structured approach to ensure the intervention is both effective and user-friendly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and their informal caregivers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or those without informal caregivers, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the burden on caregivers and improve the quality of life for patients with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using mobile technology for managing dementia symptoms, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Bloomington, United States
- Trustees of Indiana University — Bloomington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holden, Richard J — Trustees of Indiana University
- Study coordinator: Holden, Richard J
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.