Tech program aims to boost independence for older latinos with disabilities
NCT ID NCT06425510
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a program called VIVE-AT that teaches older Latinos with physical disabilities how to use assistive technology devices, like tools for dressing, cooking, and mobility. Researchers will enroll 76 participants from a low-income clinic in Puerto Rico, randomly assigning them to the program or a waitlist. The goal is to see if the program improves physical function and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Living the Advantages of Technological Assistance (VIVE-AT) program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide a practical, culturally tailored way to help older Latinos with disabilities live more independently and improve their quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early-stage trial with only 76 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program is behavioral, so benefits depend on individual engagement and may be modest.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus
San Juan, 00936-5067, Puerto Rico
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