OLDER ADULTS (65 YEARS AND OLDER)

This study tests a program called I-CONNECT that coordinates care for older adults (65+) who have depression or bipolar disorder and at least two chronic physical conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. Participants receive a personalized care plan, medication review, an…

This study tests whether giving older adults telehealth physical therapy and pharmacy advice right in the emergency department can help prevent future falls. Forty people aged 65 and older who came to the ER after a fall will take part. Researchers will check if the program is pr…

This study is testing whether taking a daily zinc supplement (22 mg) for 12 months can help older adults (65+) avoid infections, hospital stays, and the need for antibiotics. Researchers will compare those taking zinc to those not taking it, tracking hospital visits, antibiotic u…

This pilot study tests a program called SONATA that helps older adults (65+) with advanced cancer strengthen their social connections. The program includes goal-setting, mapping out one's support network, and improving communication with loved ones. Researchers want to see if the…

This study tests a care transition program called OSCAR-S for older adults (65+) after colorectal surgery. The program provides extra support from a nurse coach to help patients move from hospital to home. Researchers want to see if it reduces hospital readmissions and is practic…

This study explores whether playing popular, easy-to-use video games can improve thinking skills, mood, and engagement in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. About 60 participants will play selected PlayStation games in small groups at day centers, two to three times per…

This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can help older African Americans sleep better and think more clearly. Twenty participants will receive 8 weekly sleep training sessions via Zoom or a single education session. Researchers will measure slee…

This study tests whether a 12-week digital home exercise program, with or without personal coaching, helps adults aged 65 and older become more physically active after total hip replacement. About 213 participants will be randomly assigned to the tablet program, the program plus …

This study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset can make behavioral activation therapy more effective for older adults (65+) with major depression. Thirty participants will use VR to engage in activities that boost mood, and researchers will measure changes in depre…

This study tests whether adding breathing exercises to balance training can improve thinking skills and prevent falls in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Forty participants will attend two weekly sessions for eight weeks, combining 30 minutes of balance exercises with 15 minutes…

This study surveys healthcare workers in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight region to understand how they care for older adults (65+) who take blood thinners and have fallen, possibly hitting their head. The goal is to map current services, identify challenges, and find ways to redu…

This study looks at whether doing simple mobility tests (like standing up from a chair or walking a short distance) over a video call works as well as doing them in person. Researchers will test 180 people—older adults aged 65+ and younger adults aged 18-44—to see if remote asses…

This study looks at how physical activity and thinking skills change as people age, focusing on Hispanic and non-Hispanic adults aged 55-85. Researchers want to see if it's possible to enroll 100 volunteers and gather early data on aging patterns. The goal is to better understand…

This study looks at how healthy older adults (ages 65-85) respond to power training—fast exercises with moderate weights—when fatigue levels vary. Researchers want to find out which fatigue level is safest and most effective for improving strength, mobility, and recovery. Partici…

This study looks at what helps older adults (65+) understand how climate change affects their health. Researchers will ask 159 participants to fill out surveys about their thinking skills, physical activity, and climate change knowledge. The goal is to find ways to better teach s…