Can a nurse coach ease Dementia's toll? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03881579
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tests whether a nurse-led supportive care program can improve symptoms and quality of life for people with mild cognitive impairment or dementia living at home. Over 12 months, nurses will assess needs and coach patients, while tracking caregiver burden and advance care planning. The goal is to see if this approach helps patients and families better manage the challenges of dementia.
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VJ Periyakoil
Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
nurse-led supportive care assessment and coaching
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical model for improving symptom management and quality of life for dementia patients living at home.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, single-site study focused on identifying needs rather than proving a cure. Results may not apply to all dementia patients, and the intervention is supportive, not disease-modifying.
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