Effects of a Multidomain Community Program on Thinking and Quality of Life for Older Adults
Official title: THE EFFECTS OF COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR THE ELDERLY ON COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS AND QUALITY OF LIFE: THE VEFAHANE MODEL
Run by Istanbul Medipol University Hospital · NCT07610109 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether a multidomain, community-based program can improve cognitive function and quality of life for adults aged 60 and up who are active participants at a center in Istanbul, Turkey.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Istanbul Medipol University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Bagcılar) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 20, 2026 |
| Main results expected | August 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | May 27, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07610109 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults aged 60 years and older who attend or plan to attend the Vefahane Life Center in Istanbul and are Turkish-speaking, literate, and able to participate in the activity program.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals with dementia at baseline or those unable to participate in the activities due to medical or sensory limitations may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is a prospective observational study evaluating a multidomain community support model for older adults. Participants who actively engage in center activities will be compared with those registered but not participating during the study period. Cognitive and psychosocial outcomes will be measured at baseline and after 3 months using standardized assessments. The program blends social, cognitive, physical, cultural, educational, and supportive services tailored to individuals, with activities such as crafts, music, exercise, cognitive games, language courses, and psychosocial support. The primary outcome is change in global cognitive performance on the MMSE, with secondary outcomes including memory, executive function, mood, neuropsychiatric symptoms, and quality of life.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants may experience better cognitive function and improved quality of life through sustained engagement in a multidomain activity program.
How similar studies have gone: Previous multidomain lifestyle approaches have shown potential for preserving cognitive function in older adults, but this observational design assesses real-world impact in a Turkish community setting.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Elderly individuals aged 60 and over who attend or will attend Vefahane Life Center * Able to cooperate, * Individuals who speak Turkish * Individuals who are literate Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals previously diagnosed with dementia, * Individuals with neurological and psychiatric diagnoses that affect cognitive skills, * Individuals receiving occupational therapy interventions aimed at improving cognitive skills within the center, * Individuals with illnesses that prevent participation in the activity program (cancer, cardiovascular instability, etc.), * Individuals with severe visual and hearing loss that hinders communication.
Where it's running
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Vefahane Life Center, Bagcilar Municipality
Istanbul, Bagcılar, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lütfü Hanoğlu
- Email: lhanoglu@kure.com.tr
- Phone: 905324868048
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.