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Alexa as a health coach: smart speakers aim to help seniors with memory issues take control of chronic conditions

NCT ID NCT06982261

Symptom relief Sponsor: Emory University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether voice-activated smart speakers can help low-income older adults with mild cognitive impairment better manage chronic health conditions. Participants receive an Amazon Echo Show, a Fitbit, and optional health devices, then learn to use voice commands for tasks like medication reminders and scheduling. Researchers will measure how well participants stick with the program, their confidence in managing their health, and their overall well-being over three months.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Voice-activated smart speaker (Alexa) and digital health devices
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a simple, low-cost way for older adults with memory challenges to better manage their health at home.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Participants must learn new technology, which could be frustrating or impractical for some.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 20 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jul 2025

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

55 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Persons 55 years of age and older, * Living in subsidized housing or with a housing voucher and having an annual income less than $30K, * One or more chronic conditions, * Having probable mild cognitive impairment (MCI), based on the education-adjusted Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score less than 24 and greater than or equal to 18, * Living alone independently, and * Able to speak and read English. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe visual/hearing impairment requiring assistance in participating in interactions with the smart speaker and integrated devices, * Self-reported diagnoses of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, * Significant medical illness interfering with the study assessments and activities, * Inability to provide informed consent, and * Nursing home residents. * Eligibility will not be limited to smart speaker ownership.

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Conditions

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Cognitive Dysfunction

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Mild cognitive impairment

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory University

    RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30329, United States

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