CASA Program for Distressed Patients and Caregivers
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a program called CASA that helps both patients with advanced cancer and their caregivers cope with distress. If you or your loved one feel overwhelmed by worry or sadness, this support program may help you manage those feelings together.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with stage III or IV solid tumor cancer (cancer that has spread or is advanced).
- You feel a high level of distress (for example, worry, sadness, or stress) — rated 4 or above on a scale of 0 to 10.
- You are either the patient or the main caregiver of a patient who meets these criteria.
- You do not have a major untreated medical or psychiatric condition that would make it hard to take part.
- You are well enough to understand the study and participate in it.
Quick eligibility check
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