Can a computer program help inmates care for aging prisoners?

NCT ID NCT05017129

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Klein Buendel, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Summary

This trial tests a computer-based training program called Just Care, designed for inmate peer caregivers who provide geriatric and end-of-life care in prisons. The study includes about 83 participants—inmate caregivers and prison staff—and focuses on whether the program is usable and acceptable. The goal is to see if this e-training can help meet the growing need for elder care behind bars, where the number of older prisoners is rising sharply.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Just Care, a computer-based learning program
What this could lead to: If the training works, it could improve the quality of care that older and dying inmates receive from their peers, potentially easing strain on prison healthcare systems.
What could go wrong: This is a small usability-focused trial, so it may not show whether the training actually improves care outcomes. The program's effectiveness in real prison settings remains uncertain.

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AGING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Klein Buendel, Inc.

Golden, Colorado, 80401, United States
Pennsylvania State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States

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