New program aims to stop elder abuse in dementia caregiving

NCT ID NCT07216950

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

Summary

This study tests an 8-week program called KINDER, designed to help family caregivers of people with dementia reduce psychological elder abuse and improve the quality of care. The program includes group discussions over Zoom and a self-paced workbook. Researchers will enroll 260 caregivers to see if the program lowers abusive behaviors and boosts caregiving skills.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

KINDER program (group discussions and self-paced workbook)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a practical, low-cost way to prevent psychological elder abuse and improve the quality of care for people with dementia.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage trial with 260 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The program relies on self-reporting, which can be biased, and it may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Case Western Reserve University

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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