Telehealth program for depression and fall prevention in low-income seniors

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 evaluates the effectiveness of an integrated telehealth program that combines behavioral activation and fall prevention strategies for low-income homebound seniors suffering from depression. It aims to recruit 320 participants who will receive either the combined intervention or individual components, along with follow-up support calls. The study seeks to address the disparities in mental health and fall prevention services for this vulnerable population by utilizing lay counselors/coaches instead of licensed clinicians, making the approach more scalable and accessible.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 50+
* English or Spanish proficiency
* 24-item Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression score \> 15
* 12-item Fall Risk Questionnaire score \>4

Exclusion Criteria:

* Recently (\< 4 weeks) initiated or modified antidepressant pharmacotherapy
* High suicide risk
* Probable dementia
* Bipolar disorder
* Substance use/misuse
* Current participation in any psychotherapy or FP program
* Bedbound status

Where it's running

• University of Texas at Austin
  Austin, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Namkee G Choi — University of Texas at Austin
• Study coordinator: Namkee G Choi, PhD
• Email: nchoi@austin.utexas.edu
• Phone: 5122329590

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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.