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Implementation of the START Intervention in Brazil: a Controlled Feasibility Trial
Sponsor: Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz
Summary
This controlled trial aims to assess the feasibility of a culturally adapted Brazilian version of the START (STrAtegies for RelaTives) program, a structured coping strategy program designed for family caregivers of people living with dementia. The program will be delivered by trained community general health workers (CGHW) in 10 municipalities across Brazil. Outcomes will include measures of feasibility and acceptability, as well as caregiver burden, mental health, and quality of life, assessed at baseline and after 6 months.
Official title: A Brazilian Version of the STrAtegies for RelaTives (START) Intervention in the Unified Health System (SUS): a Controlled Feasibility Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2025-07-01
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2025-07-31
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
STrAtegies for RelaTives (START) - Brazilian version
Eight individualized, weekly, home-based sessions will be delivered by trained community general health workers (CGHW). The intervention includes coping strategies, behavior management, and communication skills. Caregivers receive printed materials and structured exercises. CGHW receive a facilitator manual.
Locations (1)
Lucas Martins Teixeira
Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil