Web-based Program for Veterans and Caregivers

Web-based Program to Improve Self-management Among Veterans-caregiver Dyads

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Chronic Medical Conditions
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Health Services Research
Participants needed
396 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for Veterans with chronic medical conditions and their caregivers. Participants will use an online program aimed at improving their ability to manage health and stress together.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with a chronic condition like diabetes or depression.
  • I have had at least one outpatient visit for my condition in the last year.
  • I have a primary caregiver who lives with me.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator.
  • I am on hemodialysis.
  • I have received an organ transplant or am waiting for one.
  • I am undergoing chemotherapy or radiation for cancer.
  • I have a limited life expectancy.
  • I have dementia or other major cognitive issues.
  • I have a substance use disorder.
  • I am actively psychotic or suicidal.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The majority of Veterans will suffer from at least one chronic illness, often at great emotional and personal cost. Self-management is critical to improving physical and emotional outcomes, and many chronically ill Veterans receive self-management assistance from an informal caregiver, and both Veterans and informal caregivers experience individual and interpersonal stress as they navigate this jo…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants will be medically eligible if they have been diagnosed with at least one common chronic condition considered responsive to outpatient management as defined by being on the AHRQ list of Patient Quality Indicators, which are conditions that are considered responsive…
Contacts

Ranak B Trivedi, PhD MA MS

(650) 493-5000

ranak.trivedi@va.gov

CONTACT

Zendrea Marshall, BA MSc

(650) 493-5000

zendrea.marshall@va.gov

CONTACT