Community health worker support for rural caregivers of seriously ill veterans
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Kidney & urinary, Lungs & breathing, Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study connects a community health worker (a trained helper) with family caregivers of older Veterans who are seriously ill and live in rural areas. The goal is to see if this extra support makes caregiving easier and improves quality of life for both the caregiver and the Veteran.
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Who can take part
- You are a family member, friend, or partner who regularly helps a Veteran with their care.
- You live in a rural area.
- The Veteran you care for has a serious health condition like heart failure, lung disease, cancer, dementia, or kidney disease.
- The Veteran needs help with at least one daily activity, such as walking, bathing, dressing, or managing medications.
- The Veteran is at least 50 years old and receives care at a VA health system in Durham, Asheville, or Richmond.
- Everyone involved can speak English by 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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