Phone-Based program helps seniors fight loneliness and pain
NCT ID NCT05451589
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This completed trial tested a program called RESET, led by community health workers, to improve physical and mental health in 457 older adults (age 50+) in Detroit. Participants joined weekly group phone calls and listened to podcasts on topics like positive thinking, exercise, and social connection. The goal was to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain, fatigue, and loneliness. Results are still being analyzed.
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Locations
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University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
RESET program (group phone sessions, podcast, activity trackers, and individual wellness check)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a low-cost, community-based way to help older adults manage stress, pain, and loneliness while staying active.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely published. The program may not work for everyone, and improvements might be small or short-lived.
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