Virtual care program for dementia shows promise in reducing ER visits

NCT ID NCT06245499

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Indiana University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed trial tested a virtual program for people with Alzheimer's or related dementias and their caregivers. Nearly 1,000 participants received monthly video or phone visits from nurses or social workers over a year. The program focused on managing symptoms, reducing caregiver stress, and coordinating care. Researchers tracked emergency room visits and medication use to see if the program helped.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Aging Brain Care Virtual Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a practical, at-home way to improve dementia care and reduce emergency room visits.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study, but results are not yet widely available. The program is behavioral, not a cure, and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALZHEIMER DISEASE DEMENTIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Regenstrief Institute, Inc.

Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States

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