New program helps seniors with memory loss voice their care wishes
NCT ID NCT04593472
First seen May 16, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program called SHARE that helps older adults with memory problems and their family caregivers talk to their primary care doctor about future healthcare wishes. About 248 patient-caregiver pairs took part, with half getting the SHARE program and half getting usual care. The goal was to see if the program improved how well families and doctors communicate about end-of-life care.
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Locations
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Beacham Center
Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Greater Dundalk
Dundalk, Maryland, 21222, United States
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Remington
Baltimore, Maryland, 21211, United States
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Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - White Marsh
Nottingham, Maryland, 21236, United States
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MedStar Health at Leisure World Boulevard
Silver Spring, Maryland, 20906, United States
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MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland, 21218, United States
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Medstar CSA Collington and House call Program
Mitchellville, Maryland, 20721, United States
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Medstar CSA Montgomery County
Olney, Maryland, 20832, United States
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Medstar Harbor Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland, 21225, United States
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