CAREGIVER

This study tests whether remote motivational interviewing—online chats with a trained nurse—can help heart failure patients and their family caregivers improve self-care and quality of life. 600 participants (300 patients with moderate to severe heart failure and their caregivers…

This study tests a 6-week program where older adults (55+) with both diabetes and mild memory problems work with their caregivers to improve diabetes self-care and thinking skills. About 309 participants will attend weekly sessions and give feedback. The goal is to see if this te…

This study tests a program called CommunityRx-Dementia, where trained peer mentors help caregivers of people with dementia find resources for food, housing, and caregiving support. Over 12 months, caregivers receive a personalized resource list, coaching, and ongoing text message…

This study tests a brief mindfulness-based lifestyle program (B-Mindful-Life) for caregivers of people with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. Many caregivers are physically inactive, raising their risk for heart disease and early death. The program uses…

This study looks at whether a short stay in a special transitional care unit can help people with disabilities and their main caregivers avoid crisis situations. The goal is to see if setting and achieving personal goals during the stay improves support and reduces the need for e…

This study is developing and testing a text-messaging program for caregivers of people with dementia after an emergency room visit. About 80 caregivers will receive text messages for 30 days to see if the program is easy to use and helpful. The goal is to learn if this approach c…

This study looks at how well stroke survivors can move around and how that impacts the mental health of the people caring for them. Researchers will measure the patient's mobility and the caregiver's anxiety, depression, and overall burden. The goal is to understand this link so …

This study tests a new nurse-led program to support family members and caregivers of patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). The goal is to see if the program is practical and helpful in reducing anxiety, stress, and depression. Twenty adult caregivers will take part, with som…

This study looks at how taking care of a child with cancer impacts the caregiver's own quality of life and the burden they feel. Researchers will survey 95 primary caregivers of children aged 0-18 who are currently in active cancer treatment. The goal is to understand the link be…

This study looks at how caring for a child with mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis) affects a caregiver's work and family life. Researchers will ask 100 Canadian caregivers about missed work, reduced productivity, and family impact using questionnaires. The goal is to bet…