REACH study for older adults with GI cancer and support needs
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how to improve health and care support for people age 70 and older with gastrointestinal (GI) cancer. It may help by offering a structured way to address practical and emotional challenges that can affect aging and cancer care.
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Who can take part
- Be 70 years old or older at your first Dana-Farber/BWCC visit
- Have a GI-related cancer (esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, bile duct, ampulla, colon, rectum, anus) or a neuroendocrine tumor
- Be continuing care at Dana-Farber/BWCC after your first consult (not just a one-time visit)
- Be able to speak English or Spanish
- Your care team must feel you can safely take part, based on complex medical or social situations
- You must be able to follow study activities; mental health or life challenges that would block participation may exclude you
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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