Loneliness fix may boost heart and brain health in rural elderly
NCT ID NCT07319663
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a 12-month community program (SCIP) for older adults in rural Ecuador. It includes group activities, peer support, and home coaching to reduce loneliness. Researchers will measure changes in social isolation, heart health, memory, and mood in 500 people aged 60 and older. The goal is to see if this low-cost approach can improve overall health in a resource-limited setting.
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Active substance
Social Connection Intervention Program (SCIP) - community activities, peer-support groups, and home-based coaching
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a low-cost, community-based strategy to improve heart and brain health in older adults living in rural areas.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in just one village, so results may not apply to other settings. The program is complex and may be hard to sustain long-term.
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Universidad Espiritu Santo
RECRUITINGSamborondón, Guayas, 09231, Ecuador
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