New support group aims to ease stress for black Alzheimer's caregivers

NCT ID NCT04856462

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a weekly video support group for Black family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The goal was to see if the program could reduce stress and improve caregivers' confidence in managing care. Twenty-five caregivers participated in the pilot, which focused on culturally responsive strategies for coping and self-care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Education Support (weekly video/teleconference support group)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a scalable, culturally tailored support program that improves caregiver well-being and coping skills.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits depend on engagement and may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

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ADAPTATION, PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS, PSYCHOLOGICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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