Equality in Caregiving: Facilitating Caregiver Mastery Among LGBT Caregivers of PLWD (NCT04394260) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Equality in Caregiving: Facilitating Caregiver Mastery Among LGBT Caregivers of PLWD
United States10 participantsStarted 2021-05-20
Plain-language summary
The goal of this study is to adapt existing Savvy Caregiving Program (SCP) for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) caregivers of person living with dementia (PLWD). After watching the SCP Remote Learning videos, participants will attend a focus group to discuss how the program could be changed to meet the specific needs of LGBT caregivers of PLWD.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Self-identification as an LGBT adult (18 yrs and over)
* Providing informal care to a community dwelling adult family member or friend for at least 3 months OR
* Was formerly providing informal care to a community dwelling adult family member or friend for at least 6 months no more than 5 years ago
* Willing to participate in a one hour survey
* Agree to participate in up to 12 hours of clinical trial activities, including up to 6 hours of videos
Exclusion Criteria:
• Any significant diagnosed systemic illness or unstable diagnosed medical condition that could affect cognition (i.e. MCI), cause difficulty complying with the protocol or consenting for study procedures
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.