Purpose of this Study
We are doing this study to test the feasibility and acceptability of an experimental communication device. This device was invented by a team from the Duke Pratt School of Engineering and is intended to help people with dementia and their caregivers. We want to know if this tool can be used to help people with dementia who live at home with their families.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
For participants with dementia
Adults ages 60+ who:
- Are diagnosed with dementia or memory/cognitive impairment
- Have not changed any medications they use or dose for 60 days before joining the study
- Live at home and not in an alternative home setting like assisted living or memory care
- Are not bedbound
- Live in the same home as the person with dementia
- Are able to read and write in English
- Have not changed any medications they use or dose for 60 days before joining the study
Age Range
60-110
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
For this study, both the person living with dementia and their care partner will wear a small communication device at the base of the neck for at least 12 hours per day for a 7-day study period. The study's care partner will fill out daily online surveys once every day for the 7-day study period.
Locations
Other
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Evenings
Compensation
Yes
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
Sensor System for Monitoring Communication Difficulties at Home
Principal Investigator
Darina
Petrovsky
Protocol Number
PRO00116890
Phase
Pilot
Enrollment Status
Pending Open to Enrollment