New online support programme aims to ease burden on heart failure carers

NCT ID NCT07373041

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

Summary

This study tests a 6-week online support programme called HELP for carers of people with heart failure. Around 180 carers and 180 patients will take part across three UK sites. The programme includes weekly online group sessions led by heart failure nurses, plus an educational booklet and website. Researchers will evaluate how well the programme works and how it can be delivered nationwide.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

HEart faiLure carer support Programme (HELP) - a 6-week psychoeducational intervention with online support groups and educational materials

What this could lead to

If successful, this programme could provide a proven way to support carers of heart failure patients across the UK, improving their well-being and ability to care.

What could go wrong

This is an implementation study, not a large-scale efficacy trial, so results may not show strong benefits. The programme relies on digital access, which may exclude some carers.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

heart failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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  • Craigavon Area Hospital

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    Craigavon, United Kingdom

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  • Glasgow Royal Infirmary

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    Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  • King's College Hospital

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    London, United Kingdom

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  • Royal Victoria Hospital

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    Belfast, United Kingdom

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  • Ulster Hospital

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    Belfast, United Kingdom

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