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Emergency Preparedness and Support for Caregivers of Persons With Dementia: Disaster PrepWise
Led by Sato Ashida ยท Updated on 2025-09-22
250
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
56 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
S
Sato Ashida
Lead Sponsor
N
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Caregivers of persons with dementia face increased challenges during disasters due to stress and limited access to support, especially in rural areas where resources are scarce. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted these vulnerabilities, showing the need for better emergency preparedness to help caregivers build resilience and reduce distress. This study evaluates the Disaster PrepWise (DPW) program, aiming to improve caregiver outcomes and test strategies for its broader use in real-world settings. The study involves 250 caregivers randomly assigned to either the DPW intervention or an information-only control group. The DPW intervention includes five interactive modules covering personal assessments, emergency networks, important documents, medication supplies, and emergency kits. Caregivers receive personalized guidance through an initial visit and two follow-up calls over eight weeks to develop a tailored emergency management plan. Control group caregivers receive printed emergency preparedness information. Participants complete surveys at the start, 3 months, and 6 months to measure changes in resilience, stress, self-efficacy, preparedness, and social support. The study monitors caregiver experiences and the effectiveness of the intervention delivered by trained volunteers. Data will inform future larger trials to improve emergency support for caregivers of persons with dementia. Total participation spans 6 months with ongoing assessments.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Emergency Preparedness for Caregivers of Persons With Dementia: Disaster PrepWise
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- English speaking adults 18 years and older
- Family members or friends caring for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias
- Caregivers of persons living in the community, not in nursing home facilities
- Individuals of any race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation are eligible
You will not qualify if you...
- Caregivers of persons diagnosed with predementia or mild cognitive impairment
- Caregivers of persons living in nursing home facilities
- Caregivers with physical or cognitive conditions that prevent consenting or responding to questions
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person or remote)
Duration - 8 weeks
Participants in the intervention arm complete five interactive modules with an interventionist to develop a personalized disaster management plan, with follow-up phone conversations to support caregivers.
1 initial visit and 2 follow-up phone calls
Duration - 6 months
Participants complete follow-up surveys to assess resilience, caregiver stress, self-efficacy, caregiver preparedness, and social networks.
2 follow-up surveys at 3 and 6 months
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52242
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Research Team
S
Sato Ashida, PhD
M
Maria Donohoe, MPH
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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