Smart cloth system to assist family caregivers of dementia patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study aims to develop and evaluate a smart cloth care system designed to support family caregivers of individuals with dementia in a home environment. Over three years, the first two years will focus on assessing the feasibility of the smart clothing and monitoring system, while the third year will involve a pilot test to measure its effects on caregivers and patients. The smart vest worn by dementia patients contains a monitor that communicates with sensors placed in the home, alerting caregivers and home care nurses to important health and safety information. The study will track outcomes for both caregivers and patients over a six-month period.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Older persons were included by these criteria:

age 60 or older diagnosed with dementia, or received surgery for a hip fracture could walk independently or with assistance living with family members in northern Taiwan.

Family caregivers were included by these criteria:

* 20 years old responsible for providing direct care or supervising care received by the patient.

Exclusion Criteria:

Terminal ill Living in institution

Where it's running

• Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
  Taipei, Taiwan Recruiting
• Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan
  Taoyuan, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Yea-Ing L Shyu, PhD — School of Nursing, Chang Gung University
• Study coordinator: Yea-Ing L Shyu, PhD
• Email: yeaing@mail.cgu.edu.tw
• Phone: 0978697460

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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.