Telehealth program for stroke caregivers
Telehealth Assessment and Skill-Building Intervention for Stroke Caregivers (TASK III)
NA · University of Cincinnati · NCT05304078
This study tests a telehealth program that helps family caregivers of stroke survivors by giving them skills and support to improve their own health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 296 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Cincinnati (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Cincinnati, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05304078 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The TASK III intervention is designed to support family caregivers of stroke survivors by providing them with essential skills and resources through a telehealth format. This program addresses both the caregivers' and survivors' needs, focusing on self-management strategies to improve caregivers' physical and mental health. Caregivers will receive training via telephone calls from nurses, along with data collection interviews to assess the program's effectiveness. The intervention aims to reduce caregiver depressive symptoms and enhance overall well-being.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are primary family caregivers of stroke survivors who are fluent in English and have access to a telephone or computer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not primary caregivers, do not provide care for a stroke survivor, or have severe mental health issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the health and well-being of family caregivers, leading to better care for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with telehealth interventions for caregivers, indicating a promising approach for this population.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Primary caregiver (family member or significant other providing care for a stroke survivor at home). * Fluent in the English language (i.e., able to read, speak, and understand English) * Access to telephone or computer. * No difficulties hearing or talking by telephone or computer. * Score 4 or more on a 6-item cognitive impairment screener. * Willing to participate in 9 calls from a nurse and 5 data collection interviews (Baseline, 8, 12, 24, 52). Exclusion Criteria: Excluded if the survivor: * Had not had a stroke. * Did not need help from the caregiver. * Resides in a nursing home or long-term care facility. Excluded if the caregiver or survivor is: * Under the age of 18 years. * Prisoner or on house arrest. * Pregnant. * Terminal illness (e.g., late stage cancer, end-of-life condition, renal failure requiring dialysis). * History of Alzheimer's, dementia, or severe mental illness (e.g., suicidal tendencies, schizophrenia, severe untreated depression or manic-depressive disorder). * History of hospitalization for alcohol or drug abuse within the past 5 years).
Where this trial is running
Cincinnati, Ohio
- University of Cincinnati College of Nursing — Cincinnati, Ohio, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tamilyn Bakas, PhD, RN — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Tamilyn Bakas, PhD, RN
- Email: tamilyn.bakas@uc.edu
- Phone: 513-558-2254
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: Family Caregivers, Stroke