Can a buddy system help seniors with diabetes and forgetfulness take control of their health?

NCT ID NCT07496359

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week self-management program, done with a caregiver's help, can improve diabetes control and thinking skills in adults aged 55+ who have both diabetes and mild cognitive impairment. About 309 participants will attend weekly group sessions and provide feedback. The goal is to see if this approach works in real-world settings.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) plus caregiver support
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical way to help older adults with both diabetes and memory problems better manage their health with support from a caregiver.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study testing a behavioral program, not a drug. Results may not apply to all patients, and improvements may be modest or hard to sustain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction diabetes mellitus optic choroid disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CAREGIVER CHOROID DISEASE DIABETES MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT OLDER ADULTS SELF-MANAGEMENT

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