Volunteering program for apathetic assisted living residents
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program called Volunteering-in-Place for people with Alzheimer’s or related dementias who live in assisted living and feel less motivated or interested in activities. The program helps residents find meaningful ways to help others and stay engaged.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years old or older
- You speak English
- You live in an assisted living community that is part of this study
- You have mild to moderate memory or thinking problems (like trouble remembering or following simple directions)
- You have felt less motivated or interested in things (apathy) for at least a month
- You plan to live in the assisted living community for at least the next year
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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