Virtual Dementia Caregiver Research Study
Researchers at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) at Galveston are conducting a study to learn and document the stories of individuals who have cared for a loved one with dementia.
Fast Facts
Ages 21
or older
Cared for a Loved One with Dementia Who Has Passed Away
Loved One Was on Medicare
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Help us better understand the factors in the resilience of family caregivers during the journey of caring for a loved one with dementia.
In this research study, we want to learn more about the insights and practices family caregivers found useful when caring for a loved one with dementia.
Through interviews, we hope to document how individuals have thrived, navigated, and sustained their resilience during their journey. We want to create an oral history, which will help us better understand the factors in the resilience of family caregivers, such as spiritual/faith factors, self-care strategies, various types of medical care, caregiving, and emotional or financial support.
Providing your insight and useful practices may help active or former caregivers!
Study Background
Help us better understand the factors in the resilience of family caregivers during the journey of caring for a loved one with dementia.
In this research study, we want to learn more about the insights and practices family caregivers found useful when caring for a loved one with dementia.
Through interviews, we hope to document how individuals have thrived, navigated, and sustained their resilience during their journey. We want to create an oral history, which will help us better understand the factors in the resilience of family caregivers, such as spiritual/faith factors, self-care strategies, various types of medical care, caregiving, and emotional or financial support.
Providing your insight and useful practices may help active or former caregivers!
Additional Information
The purpose of this study is to document how individuals have thrived, navigated, and sustained their resilience during their journey. This will help us create an oral history, which will help better understand the factors in the resilience of family caregivers, such as spiritual/faith factors, self-care strategies, various types of medical care, caregiving, and emotional or financial support.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 21 or older
- Cared for a loved one with dementia who has passed away
- Loved one was on Medicare
- Able to communicate in English
This study involves a one-time interview, which will last approximately 60 minutes and can be conducted via Zoom or phone call.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
