Virtual club to reduce loneliness in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a virtual life story club can help older adults feel less lonely and more engaged. You would meet with others online to share memories and stories.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older
- You speak English or Spanish
- You are able to understand and agree to participate
- You do not have dementia (based on a simple memory test)
- You can see and hear well enough to use a computer or phone
- You have access to the internet or a phone
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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