Trained volunteers may boost dementia Patients' brain power

NCT ID NCT07531589

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) delivered by trained volunteers can improve thinking and quality of life for people with mild to moderate dementia. 520 participants in Hong Kong will either receive 7 weeks of volunteer-led CST sessions or continue with usual care. Researchers will measure changes in cognition, mood, and daily function.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) delivered by trained volunteers
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a low-cost, scalable way to improve thinking skills and quality of life for people with dementia.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by placebo effects or volunteer enthusiasm. The therapy may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Caregiver Burden dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEMENTIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Hong Kong
RECRUITING

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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