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K-Savvy: Supporting Korean American Dementia Caregivers Online

Official title: Caring for Dementia Caregivers in Ethnic Immigrant Communities

Run by University of Southern California · NCT07550075 · Data updated 2026-11-12

A online program called K-Savvy helps Korean American caregivers of loved ones with dementia manage stress and depression.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Southern California
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Los Angeles, California)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 1, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 30, 2030
Study endsDecember 30, 2030
Registry record updatedAugust 20, 2026
Trial IDNCT07550075 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are Korean American adults, age 18 or older, who are primary in-home caregivers for a family member with dementia, speak English less than very well, and can participate in virtual sessions.

Probably not a fit

Caregivers with severe depression (PHQ-9 ≥ 20) or those who do not participate in the online program may not experience benefits.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study tests a culturally and linguistically adapted version of the Savvy Caregiver Program for Korean American dementia caregivers. It uses a 6-week online format to measure effects on caregiver well-being, including stress and depressive symptoms, and to explore why the program works. Participants are adult Korean American primary caregivers who speak English less than very well and have at least 10 hours of in-home caregiving per week. Exclusion criteria screen out those with severe depression (PHQ-9 ≥ 20) to avoid confounding with a mental health treatment. The study is led by USC and conducted at USC in Los Angeles.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, K-Savvy could reduce caregiver stress and depression and improve overall well-being among Korean American dementia caregivers.

How similar studies have gone: Prior smaller studies suggested K-Savvy is acceptable and may reduce depressive symptoms, but larger validation is needed.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

Self-identified Korean American adults aged 18 or older Provide care for a family member with dementia as a primary caregiver Primary caregiver defined as providing a minimum of 10 hours per week of in-home caregiving to a family member Speak English less than "very well" Able to attend virtual classes using an electronic device with Internet access

Exclusion Criteria:

Individuals with severe depression (Patient Health Questionnaire \[PHQ-9\] score ≥ 20), as K-Savvy is not a mental health treatment program

Where it's running

  • University of Southern California
    Los Angeles, California, United States     Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.