Virtual care program for dementia shows promise in reducing ER visits
NCT ID NCT06245499
First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This completed trial tested a virtual program for people with Alzheimer's or related dementias and their caregivers. Nearly 1,000 participants received monthly video or phone visits from nurses or social workers over a year. The program focused on managing symptoms, reducing caregiver stress, and coordinating care. Researchers tracked emergency room visits and medication use to see if the program helped.
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Locations
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Regenstrief Institute, Inc.
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Aging Brain Care Virtual Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a practical, at-home way to improve dementia care and reduce emergency room visits.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results are not yet widely available. The program is behavioral, not a cure, and may not work for everyone.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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