A simple tool might empower dementia caregivers – but does it work?
NCT ID NCT04146545
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias a tailored list of local resources – addressing needs like food, housing, and support services – can boost their confidence in caregiving. About 360 caregivers in specific Chicago zip codes will either receive this resource list plus access to an online finder, or continue with usual care. The main goal is to see if the intervention improves caregiver self-efficacy after 12 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- CommunityRx-Dementia (CRx-D) Caregiver Resources: a tailored list of local resources addressing health-related social needs, plus access to an online community resource finder
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could provide a simple, scalable way to support family caregivers of people with dementia, improving their confidence and well-being.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is relatively small and focuses on a specific geographic area, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is behavioral, and its impact on caregiver self-efficacy may be modest.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
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