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Compass for Care: A Theory-driven Mobile Solution to Promote Well-being Among Caregivers of Individuals With ADRD
Sponsor: Pro-Change Behavior Systems
Summary
In the US, the over 11 million Americans currently providing unpaid care to a family member, relative, or friend with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia (ADRD) are over 6 times more likely than the general population to suffer from depression (33.9% vs. 5%), and nearly 60% rate their emotional distress as high or very high. The purpose of this Phase II research is to continue the successful work of the pilot development and testing by conducting a rigorous scientific study of the effects of Compass for Care, a digital program that customizes behavior change guidance for using five self-care behaviors critical to ADRD caregiver well-being: 1) taking time to recharge; 2) finding information about your loved one's diagnosis and needs; 3) discovering your strengths and limits; 4) exploring outside help; and 5) seeking emotional support.
Official title: Caring4Caregivers: A Theory-driven Mobile Solution to Promote Self-care and Well-being Among Caregivers of Individuals With Alzheimer's and Related Dementias
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
278
Start Date
2023-11-13
Completion Date
2025-08-01
Last Updated
2026-08-11
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Compass for Care (Well-being intervention)
Participants receive 12 weekly modules containing interactive activities and static content and tailored messages delivered via text message or email. The intervention focuses on five self-care behaviors critical to Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia (ADRD) caregiver well-being: 1) taking time to recharge; 2) finding information about your loved one's diagnosis and needs; 3) discovering your strengths and limits; 4) exploring outside help; and 5) seeking emotional support.
Compass for Care (Safety intervention)
Participants receive 12 weekly modules and tailored messages delivered via text message or email. The intervention focuses on safety behaviors (e.g., weather safety, first aid, home safety, etc.)
Locations (1)
Pro-Change Behavior Systems
Narragansett, Rhode Island, United States