Study of the Lets Talk Tech Web Tool to Help People with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Mild Dementia and Their Care Partners Make Decisions About Technology Use at Home

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying how different technologies can support care at home for people experiencing memory difficulties, such as mild Alzheimers disease or mild cognitive impairment. This research evaluates the Lets Talk Tech web application, designed to educate families about common care technologies and help them discuss their feelings and preferences. The study compares Lets Talk Tech with usual care to see if it helps people feel more prepared and confident in making decisions about technology use. Participants will be randomly assigned to either use the Lets Talk Tech tool together with their study partner or receive usual care without the intervention. The tool is a single-use, self-administered web application that focuses on education and communication between the person with memory challenges and their care partner. The study includes 120 pairs of participants, with 60 pairs in each group. During the study, participants will complete three surveys one at the start, a second within two weeks, and a final survey three months later. Researchers will assess factors such as preparedness to make technology decisions, decisional conflict, technology awareness and understanding, satisfaction with communication, intention to honor preferences, and alignment between the person with memory challenges and their care partner. The study aims to understand if and how the tool improves decision-making and sharing of technology preferences over time.

The "Let's Talk Tech" Tool to Support Decision Making About Technology Use