Building resilience for older adults starting cancer treatment
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a program designed to help older adults with cancer who are starting a new chemotherapy or immune therapy. The program uses an electronic frailty score to provide extra support and resources to improve your overall well-being during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You have cancer (any type or stage) and are about to start a new outpatient chemotherapy or immune therapy treatment.
- Your medical records show you have a pre-frail or frail score on a special frailty test done within the past month.
- You can read and understand English.
- You are willing to sign a consent form agreeing to be in the study.
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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