New online tool aims to ease depression in hispanic stroke caregivers
NCT ID NCT03142841
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a problem-solving program delivered by phone and online for Spanish-speaking caregivers of veterans who had a stroke. The program taught caregivers the COPE model (Creativity, Optimism, Planning, Expert Advice) to help them manage caregiving challenges. Researchers measured changes in caregiver depression, burden, and quality of life over 21 weeks. The goal was to see if this brief, remote intervention could reduce stress and improve well-being for this underserved group.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- RESCUE Problem Solving Intervention (education and support program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide an accessible way to improve mental health and quality of life for Spanish-speaking caregivers of stroke survivors.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study with results already measured, so the main caution is that the intervention may not show a meaningful benefit over usual care or may not be widely adopted.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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210 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2018
- Finished
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Mar 2024
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a US federal agency other than the NIH.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: Hispanic caregivers of Veterans with a primary diagnosis of stroke are eligible for participation if they meet the following criteria: 1) are the primary caregiver and provide the majority of care for a Veteran who has a diagnosis of stroke (ICD9 codes for stroke: 430-438 or ICD 10 codes 160.0 through 169.998) within the last year and who has at least two activity of daily living (ADL) deficits or a new or worsening neurological problem, 2) have Internet access and ability, (either themselves or via a relative or friend) 3) are reachable by cell or home phone, 4) Spanish is their preferred language, 5) have moderate to severe stress, and 6) ) identify self as Hispanic, and 7) agree to random assignment to the intervention or standard care group. Random assignment to the intervention or standard care group. The investigators will determine caregiver status. Exclusion Criteria: The investigators will exclude caregivers who fail to meet one or more of the inclusion criteria or are managing end-of-life issues (stroke survivors are likely to die within five months following discharge).
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, Tampa, FL
Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
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North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Gainesville, FL
Gainesville, Florida, 32608-1135, United States
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Orlando VA Medical Center, Orlando, FL
Orlando, Florida, 32803, United States
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VA Caribbean Healthcare System, San Juan, PR
San Juan, 00927-3200, Puerto Rico
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