Clinical trials
Caregiver clinical trials
Below are recruiting caregiver clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 315 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05929703Recruiting
Caring for hospitalized older adults
This study tests a new approach to caring for older adults in the hospital to prevent confusion (delirium). It involves having a family member or care partner stay with the patient during the hospital stay.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 70 years+ - NCT05733520Recruiting
Telehealth coaching for Alzheimer’s caregivers using a phone
This trial tests a mobile telehealth program designed to help unpaid caregivers reduce Alzheimer’s-related symptoms in the people they care for. If you’re a primary caregiver, you may get study sessions using a smartphone or similar device.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05883540RecruitingPhase 2
LSD therapy in palliative care for comfort and well-being
This Phase 2 study tests how LSD may affect comfort and quality of life for people with advanced or end-stage life-limiting illness. It also checks whether the medicine is safe and can be given in a controlled way in palliative care settings.
BaselAges 22 years+ - NCT05904782Recruiting
Brief positive-activity coaching for caregivers of advanced cancer
This trial tests a short program meant to support caregivers’ positive feelings while they care for someone with stage IV cancer. If you’re eligible, you may be asked to complete study activities by phone or internet for a set period of time.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05884073Recruiting
Exercise training for cancer care professionals
This trial is about using low- to moderate-intensity exercise to support people who professionally care for patients with cancer. It aims to see whether building this exercise approach is practical and safe for oncology care teams, starting with care professionals in Halifax.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05850416Recruiting
Caregiver partnership program for early Alzheimer or memory issues
This study tests a structured partnership with family caregivers to help manage blood pressure (especially if it’s not well controlled) in people with early Alzheimer’s disease, Alzheimer’s-related dementia, or mild cognitive impairment. It may help by improving home blood pressure monitoring and coordination between the participant and caregiver.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 60–85 - NCT05809115Recruiting
Caregiver-child bonding support for hospitalized young children
This study looks at how a caregiver and their young child bond during a hospital stay, and whether extra support can help. It may help families feel more connected and supported while their child is in the hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05694650Recruiting
Share views on cancer care at home
This study asks patients, caregivers, and cancer team members to share their experiences with “care at home” for people receiving or recently finishing cancer treatment. Your feedback will help the hospital understand what’s working and what could be improved.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05674357Recruiting
Training therapists to help people with cancer distress
This trial trains therapists in evidence-based treatments to reduce distress related to cancer and cancer care. You may be able to join if you’re being treated or followed at MGH Cancer Center and your distress level is high.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05520983Enrolling by invitation
Behavior program study for teens with learning or thinking differences
This study is testing a “behavioral health” treatment plan designed for teens who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. It may help identify which treatment approach works best for different youth needs.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 13–20 - NCT05452031Recruiting
Sleep program for people with dementia and their caregiver
This study tests a “dyadic” sleep health approach, meaning it works with both you and your caregiver together. It aims to improve sleep when dementia is causing frequent sleep problems, and to see whether a caregiver-involved plan helps both of you.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05388019Enrolling by invitation
VAD clinic visit study for new and returning patients
This trial looks at how well a specialized, multidisciplinary clinic works for people who have a ventricular assist device (VAD) and compares new VAD patients with those who have already had standard follow-up visits. It may help improve how care and check-ins are organized after your VAD is implanted.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05361811Recruiting
Therapy coaching for parents of children with rare genetic syndromes
This trial tests an “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy” program for parents or legal guardians who feel moderate parenting stress. It aims to help caregivers cope in healthier ways and may also improve how they manage stress while supporting their child.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05334992Recruiting
Support for family caregivers of people with dementia
This study aims to improve mental health for people who care for someone with dementia or memory problems. If you’re an unpaid caregiver and you have anxiety or depression symptoms, this program may offer structured support to help you cope better.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–120 - NCT05007990Recruiting
Interview study of caregiving networks over a person’s life
This study uses interviews and questionnaires to better understand who makes up a caregiver’s support network when caring for someone with a long-term health condition. Your answers may help researchers understand how caregiving changes over time and across different health situations.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT04984551RecruitingPhase 2
Training plus support to improve palliative care for advanced cancer
This trial studies whether a program called Project ECHO can improve the quality of palliative care (comfort-focused care) for people with advanced cancer and their caregivers in underserved areas. It also involves training local health care providers so they can better support patients and families over time.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT04963751Recruiting
Pre-surgery counseling for teens having abdominal surgery
This trial offers counseling before surgery for children and teens to help them prepare and understand what to expect. It is designed for people having abdominal surgery under an ERAS pathway, which is a structured plan to support safer, smoother recovery.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 9–17 - NCT04896775Recruiting
Online program to improve sleep for dementia caregivers
This trial tests a web-based program (NiteCAPP) to help people who care for someone with dementia sleep better. It targets caregivers with ongoing insomnia, and aims to improve sleep and daytime functioning.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT04632628Recruiting
Online sleep coaching for insomnia in dementia caregivers
This trial tests an online form of cognitive behavioral therapy (a structured skills-based program) to improve insomnia for people caring for someone with dementia. It may help reduce trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT04479696Recruiting
Video coaching to ease anxiety during brain tumor radiation
This study tests a personalized video meant to reduce stress and anxiety for people getting radiation for brain tumors, and for their caregivers. You and your caregiver would complete short questionnaires before and after using the video support.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04251429Enrolling by invitation
Healthy workplace program for public healthcare workers
This trial studies a workplace program delivered by trained peers to improve health in public-sector healthcare facilities. You may be able to join if you are a direct employee of the agency that runs the facility.
Ages 18 years+ - NCT04165746Recruiting
Early care program for very young children in foster systems
This study looks at how an early support program affects the development of infants who are newly entering institutional care or foster care in the São Paulo area. It may help families and caregivers support healthy growth during a critical first period.
São Paulo, São PauloAges Up to 2 years - NCT03948100Recruiting
Yoga coaching for lung or esophageal cancer during radiation
This study tests whether a guided yoga program helps people with lung or esophageal cancer improve strength, daily functioning, and quality of life while they receive radiation therapy. It also involves a family caregiver, to support the patient during treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03892993Recruiting
Decision aid for medullary thyroid cancer treatment choices
This study tests a patient-and-caregiver decision guide to help you decide when to start or stop a new cancer drug, join a clinical trial, or continue active surveillance. It aims to make tough choices feel clearer and more supported.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for caregiver?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 315 recruiting caregiver studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a caregiver trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a caregiver trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.