New program aims to ease burden on home palliative caregivers

NCT ID NCT07593729

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Kutahya Health Sciences University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week nurse-led support program helps family caregivers of patients receiving home palliative care feel more confident and reduce hospital visits. The program includes education, phone coaching, and guidance on managing symptoms and stress. Researchers will compare caregivers who get the program with those who receive standard care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Nurse-Led Caregiver Support Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this program could help family caregivers feel more capable and reduce emergency room visits and hospital stays for their loved ones.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with 150 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The program adds extra work for caregivers, and benefits may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Caregiver Burden

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CAREGIVER BURDEN HOME CARE PALLIATIVE CARE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Simav Doc. Dr. Ismail Karakuyu State Hospital
RECRUITING

Simav, Kütahya, 43500, Turkey (Türkiye)

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