Can a workplace wellness program get assisted living staff and residents moving?

NCT ID NCT07785947

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First seen Aug 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a program designed to help assisted living staff adopt healthier habits, reduce job stress, and encourage residents to be more physically active. Researchers will measure physical activity, sleep, blood pressure, and other health markers in both staff and residents. The goal is to see if improving staff wellbeing can also improve the daily function and quality of life for older adults in these facilities.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
A combined behavioral program: worksite wellness for staff (WHHIP) plus function-focused care training (FFC) to encourage resident activity.
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could improve staff health, reduce burnout, and increase physical activity and function among assisted living residents.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage behavioral intervention, so results may vary across facilities. Success depends on staff engagement and adherence, and benefits may not generalize broadly.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 344 people

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

Expected to start

Nov 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Apr 2031

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Staff Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * employed by the assisted living community in a direct care role for at least 9 months * not pregnant * speak and understand English Staff Exclusion Criteria: * do not pass the Evaluation to Sign Consent test * do not pass the EASY exercise safety screener Resident Inclusion Criteria: * 55 years of age or older * speak and understand English * live in the participating assisting living community at the time of recruitment Resident Exclusion Criteria: * N/A

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Professional Motor Activity occupation-related stress disorder Risk Reduction Behavior

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Maryland School of Nursing

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States

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