Penn State Emergency Medicine CarES: Care-partner Evaluation and Sourcing in the Emergency Department (NCT07461168)
Penn State Emergency Medicine CarES: Care-partner Evaluation and Sourcing in the ED
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Care partners of people living with dementia often experience ongoing stress and unmet support needs. This study evaluates the feasibility of a low-intensity, supportive education and resource intervention for care partners who previously participated in an observational study. Participants complete a baseline phone interview and a short stress journaling activity, followed by a six-week series of automated educational and supportive messages delivered by text message or email. Participants may also take part in an optional peer support focus group. The study examines caregiver stress, resilience, engagement with resources, and participant feedback to inform future caregiver support interventions.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center — Hershey, Pennsylvania
Age range: 60 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Care Partner Support and Education Messaging (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center — Hershey, Pennsylvania
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (717) 531-1443
Email: mfischer1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.