CAREGIVER

This study tests a 6-week program for older adults (55+) who have both diabetes and mild memory or thinking problems. Participants attend weekly group sessions with their caregiver to learn better diabetes self-care. The goal is to see if the program improves blood sugar control …

This study tests whether remote motivational interviewing (coaching sessions by video) can help heart failure patients and their family caregivers improve self-care, like taking medications and monitoring symptoms. The study will enroll 600 patients and their caregivers across mu…

This study tests a brief mindfulness and lifestyle counseling program (B-Mindful-Life) for caregivers of people with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. Many caregivers are inactive, raising their risk for heart disease. The program uses mobile messages a…

This study tests whether a trained peer mentor, along with personalized resource lists and text messages over 12 months, can reduce loneliness and help caregivers of people with dementia find end-of-life resources. About 330 caregivers will take part. The goal is to ease the burd…

This study is developing and testing a text-messaging program for caregivers of people with dementia after an emergency room visit. About 80 caregivers will receive text messages for 30 days to see if the program is easy to use and helpful. The goal is to improve support and redu…

This study looks at how well stroke survivors can move around and how that affects the mental health of the family members who care for them. Researchers will measure the patient's mobility and the caregiver's anxiety, depression, and overall burden. The goal is to understand thi…

This study looks at how caring for a child with cancer impacts the caregiver's own quality of life and the burden they feel. Researchers will survey 95 primary caregivers of children aged 0-18 who are currently in active cancer treatment. The goal is to understand the link betwee…

This study will test whether a 4-week stay in a dedicated transitional care unit can help people with disabilities and their primary caregivers avoid breakdowns and exhaustion at home. About 100 participants will work with experts to set personal goals and track their progress. T…

This study looks at how caring for a child with mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis) affects a caregiver's work and family life. Researchers will ask 100 Canadian caregivers about missed work, reduced productivity, and family impact using questionnaires. The goal is to bet…