Education and support program for Korean elders with dementia and their caregivers
PLAN: Dementia Literacy Education and Navigation for Korean Elders With Probable Dementia and Their Caregivers
This study tests whether a community education and support program can help Korean American elders with dementia and their caregivers understand the condition better and feel more confident in managing care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 288 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Johns Hopkins University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Bayside, New York and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT03909347 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a community-based education and navigation program, led by trained community health workers, for Korean American elders with probable dementia and their caregivers. It aims to improve dementia literacy, self-efficacy in care, and service utilization among participants. The study employs a randomized controlled trial design with 288 elder-caregiver dyads to assess the impact of the intervention compared to standard care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include first-generation Korean American elders aged 65 and older with probable dementia and their caregivers who interact regularly.
Not a fit: Patients with a previous diagnosis of dementia or significant neurological disorders other than Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the quality of dementia care and support for Korean American elders and their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with community-based interventions for minority populations, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Patient Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identified as first-generation KA * Age 65 years or older * CDR 1.0+ * Has a caregiver who lives in the same household or has at least weekly interactions * Able to consent or has a proxy available for consent * Written consent to participate in the study Caregiver Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older * Able to read and speak Korean * Lives in the same household with the elder or has at least weekly interactions * Written consent to participate in the study and to allow the team to audit medical records for linkage to medical service for dementia Patient Exclusion Criteria: * Previous diagnosis of dementia * All Axis I diagnoses other than depressive disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or substance use disorder) * Neurological disorders other than Alzheimer's disease that might affect cognition (e.g., stroke) * Use of psychotropic drugs including antipsychotics, Caregiver Exclusion Criteria: * Plan to move from the area within 6 months * Active treatment for a terminal illness or in hospice
Where this trial is running
Bayside, New York and 1 other locations
- Korean Community Services of Metropolitan New York — Bayside, New York, United States (Recruiting)
- Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington — Annandale, Virginia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hae-Ra Han, PhD, RN — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hae-Ra Han, PhD, RN
- Email: hhan3@jhu.edu
- Phone: 410-614-2669
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.