New program boosts black dementia caregivers' confidence in navigating healthcare

NCT ID NCT06605391

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a program called Caregiving While Black-LIVE, designed to help Black caregivers of people with dementia. The program includes online lessons and group sessions to teach skills like managing healthcare, home life, and self-care. Researchers measured whether it improved caregivers' health literacy, burden, depression, stress, anxiety, and caregiving skills. The study involved 40 Black caregivers and has already been completed.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Caregiving While Black-LIVE psychoeducation program

What this could lead to

If successful, this program could give Black dementia caregivers more confidence and skills to navigate healthcare and reduce stress.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to all caregivers, and the program may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory University, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States