Can a smartphone app ease the burden of Alzheimer's caregiving?

NCT ID NCT05733520

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

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

Summary

This study tests whether a mobile app called Brain CareNotes can reduce stress for unpaid caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The app offers coaching and tips for managing difficult behaviors like agitation or wandering. Over 12 months, 184 caregivers will use either the full app or a basic education-only app. Researchers will measure changes in caregiver distress and patient symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Brain CareNotes mobile app
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give caregivers a practical tool to reduce their stress and improve the daily life of people with Alzheimer's.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial testing a behavioral intervention, not a drug. The app may not reduce caregiver burden or patient symptoms significantly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease Behavior Caregiver Burden

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ALZHEIMER DISEASE CAREGIVER BURDEN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Community Health Network
RECRUITING

Indianapolis, Indiana, 46203, United States
IU Health
RECRUITING

Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States

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