Comparing two hospital-to-home programs for older adults and their caregivers
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests two different programs to help older adults transition safely from the hospital to home. It is for people 65 and older who are at risk of being readmitted and have a family caregiver willing to participate.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You live at home (not in a nursing home) and are being discharged home
- You speak English or Spanish
- You have a family caregiver age 18 or older who speaks English or Spanish and can learn to use video calls
- Your caregiver is willing to help you after you leave the hospital
- You have a readmission risk score above 12 (the hospital will check this)
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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