Chronic disease care study for older adults
This trial looks at how primary care teams can help people over 65 manage long-term health conditions that are not cancer. It may help you get better support from your doctor and local health services.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have at least one long-term health condition that is not cancer (like diabetes, heart disease, or arthritis).
- You are 66 years or older.
- You are cared for by a general practitioner in the Verona area Community Health Home.
- Your doctor expects you to live longer than 12 months.
- You do not get intensive home care visits more than once a week.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study looks at a new program in Hong Kong that helps people without diabetes or hypertension learn how to prevent or manage chronic diseases. One group gets extra support through a local health centre, and the other group follows usual care.
This study tests whether adding a specific nursing care approach improves partnership in health between patients and their care team. It’s for people with one or more stable long-term (chronic) conditions followed by an advanced practice nurse in primary care.
This study looks at how a full health checkup (called a geriatric assessment) can help manage chronic diseases in adults aged 60 and older. It aims to see if this approach improves care and quality of life.
This trial tests a person-centred program to help families caring for a loved one with advanced chronic illness at home. It aims to see if this support improves well-being for both the person with the illness and their family caregivers.
This study looks at how to better support people who live with two or more chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, or lung disease. Researchers will work with primary health centers to understand your needs and develop better care approaches.
This study tests a way for your family doctor to provide extra support and comfort care (palliative care) if you have a serious, advanced illness. The goal is to improve your quality of life.
Hear when a new Chronic Disease trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.