Coaching program aims to combat loneliness and suicide in seniors

NCT ID NCT05745493

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Rochester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a coaching program called Social Engage Coaching for adults aged 60 and older who feel lonely and have had thoughts of suicide. The program involves up to 10 one-on-one sessions with a trained coach to help build social connections. Researchers measured loneliness, satisfaction with social activities, time in conversations, and time spent outside the home using smartphone surveys and audio sensing. The study included 29 participants and was completed.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Social Engage Coaching (behavioral coaching program)
What this could lead to: If successful, this coaching program could offer a practical way to reduce loneliness and suicide risk in older adults.
What could go wrong: This was a very small, completed study with only 29 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires active participation and may not work for those with severe cognitive or hearing issues.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Social Isolation

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LONELINESS QUALITY OF LIFE SOCIAL ISOLATION SUICIDE IDEATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Rochester

Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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