Educational support program for bilingual individuals with progressive aphasia and their caregivers
Educational Support Group Program for Carepartners of Bilingual and Spanish-speaking Persons With Progressive Forms of Aphasia and for Persons With Progressive Forms of Aphasia
EARLY_PHASE1 · University of Texas at Austin · NCT06511752
This study is testing a support program for bilingual people with progressive aphasia and their caregivers to see if it helps them communicate better and cope with the challenges of the condition.
Quick facts
| Phase | EARLY_PHASE1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Texas at Austin (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Austin, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06511752 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study examines the benefits of an educational and support group program designed for individuals with progressive aphasia and their carepartners. It includes pre-, post-treatment, and follow-up assessments to evaluate the effects of psychoeducational support and communication skills training on psychosocial function and communicative effectiveness. Participants can join via telecommunication, and the program consists of two routes: one for individuals with progressive aphasia and another for caregivers, which includes an implementation phase for practicing learned strategies. The study aims to enhance understanding and coping strategies related to language-led dementia and progressive aphasia.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include bilingual individuals who identify as Hispanic or Latinx and have a diagnosis of progressive aphasia or language-led dementia.
Not a fit: Patients who do not speak Spanish or English, or who do not identify as Hispanic or Latinx, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve communication skills and psychosocial well-being for patients with progressive aphasia and their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar educational and support group approaches for individuals with language disorders, indicating potential for positive outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: All participants must: * speak Spanish and/or English (although participants may speak other languages in addition to Spanish and/or English) * identify as Hispanic and/or Latinx, * or their spouse/family member with PA identifies as Hispanic and/or Latinx * see and hear well enough to participate * have access to a computer or mobile device with video capability * have an internet connection Additional inclusion criteria for PA/ language-led dementia support group participants: * Individuals with PA: * Has a diagnosis of PA, or language-led dementia, and aphasia is one of the primary causes of difficulty with activities of daily living * Aware of language difficulties and willing to discuss them * Able to actively engage in group discussion and complete activities with minimal support * Able to regularly attend meetings * Willing to follow the rules of the support group for interacting with others respectfully Additional inclusion criteria for care partner support group plus implementation phase participants: * Individuals with PA: * Diagnosis of aphasia or dementia that is progressive in nature, and aphasia is one of the primary causes of difficulty with activities of daily living * Have some ability to communicate and understand communication in order to participate in training sessions * Are functionally able to engage in training sessions (e.g., able to maintain some attention, minimal challenging behavior that would cause disruption) * Have a care partner who also consents to participating in the project * Care partners: * Self-identification as a caregiver of an individual with a diagnosis of PA or language-led dementia * Willing to discuss caregiving for individuals with PA/ language-led dementia * Able to regularly attend meetings * Willing to follow the rules of the support group for interacting with others respectfully Exclusion Criteria: • Beyond the inclusion criteria included above, no additional exclusion criteria apply
Where this trial is running
Austin, Texas
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, Texas, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Stephanie M Grasso, PhD
- Email: smgrasso@austin.utexas.edu
- Phone: 6268648957
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer Disease, Dementia, Primary Progressive Aphasia, Aphasia, Progressive Aphasia, Progressive Aphasia in Alzheimer's Disease, bilingual, Spanish