New online therapy could help homebound seniors beat depression

NCT ID NCT06584422

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing a digital mental health program called Empower@Home for homebound older adults (age 50+) with depression. The program includes online self-help sessions, a workbook, and phone coaching from trained staff. Researchers will compare it to usual care in 256 participants to see if it reduces depressive symptoms and improves social support over 36 weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Empower@Home online cognitive-behavioral therapy program with telephone coaching
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an accessible, low-cost treatment option for depression in homebound older adults who have limited access to care.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (256 participants) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply broadly. The program requires internet access and phone coaching, which may limit participation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder Social Isolation

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan
RECRUITING

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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