Support for older people to age at home with occupational therapy and assistive devices
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NA · Université Catholique de Louvain · NCT06819982
This study is testing a program that combines help from occupational therapists with assistive devices to see if it can help older adults live independently and safely at home.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 3900 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Université Catholique de Louvain (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Yvoir) |
| Trial ID | NCT06819982 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The AUDACE study evaluates the 'Bien chez Moi 2.0' programme, which integrates assistive devices with occupational therapy to help older adults maintain their independence at home. It aims to understand the effectiveness of this approach in enhancing autonomy, security, and overall quality of life while reducing the need for emergency services and institutionalization. The study employs a mixed methods evaluation, including quantitative data collection and qualitative interviews, to explore the experiences of participants and the impact of the programme. Occupational therapists are involved throughout the study to ensure the findings can inform routine practice.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 65 and over, living at home in the Walloon and Brussels regions, who are considered frail or at risk of frailty.
Not a fit: Patients currently enrolled in other autonomy programmes are unlikely to benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly enhance the ability of older adults to live independently at home, improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Similar studies have shown promise in using assistive devices and occupational therapy to support aging in place, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * people aged 65 and over * living at home in the Walloon and Brussels regions * who are considered frail or at risk of frailty. The risk of frailty is defined as having at least one loss of intrinsic capacity measured by a trained occupational therapist using the ICOPE screening tool Exclusion Criteria: * People benefiting from other AViQ autonomy programmes of this project are excluded
Where this trial is running
Yvoir
- Ergo2.0 — Yvoir, Belgium (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Thérèse Van Durme
- Email: therese.vandurme@uclouvain.be
- Phone: +32 (0)2 764 30 99
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: Frailty, Aging, Home Care Services, Education, Continuing, Monitoring, Ambulatory, Occupational Therapy, Personal Autonomy, Primary Health Care / methods