Singapore study sheds light on Dementia's final chapter

NCT ID NCT03382223

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

Summary

This study follows 400 people with advanced dementia and their caregivers in Singapore to understand the care, costs, and challenges at the end of life. Researchers survey caregivers every 4 months and review medical bills to track quality of life, caregiver burden, and healthcare spending. The goal is to help families and doctors make better decisions about palliative care and improve support for both patients and caregivers.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Alzheimer's Disease Association

    Singapore, 339940, Singapore

  • Care for the Elderly Foundation

    Singapore, 427411, Singapore

  • Changi General Hospital

    Singapore, 529889, Singapore

  • Institute of Mental Health

    Singapore, 539747, Singapore

  • Jurong Community Hospital

    Singapore, 609606, Singapore

  • Khoo Teck Puat Hospital

    Singapore, 768828, Singapore

  • Singapore General Hospital

    Singapore, 169608, Singapore

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    Singapore, 659674, Singapore

  • Tsao Foundation

    Singapore, 168730, Singapore

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