Aligning care for older adults with cancer in nursing facilities
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a program called ALIGN that helps older adults with cancer transition from a hospital to a skilled nursing facility (SNF). It aims to improve care coordination and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 98 years old
- You have a solid tumor cancer (stage I to IV)
- You are being discharged from a hospital to a skilled nursing facility in Colorado
- You speak English and either have or can get a caregiver with an email address
- You have internet access or a phone with enough minutes for virtual visits
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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