Trial Information

Washington University School of Medicine seeks volunteers age 65 and older for a home intervention research study.

The overall purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of a home intervention program designed to improve the ability of older persons to perform daily tasks. This study will last 14 months. There are about 9 study visit. All visits will take place in the volunteer’s home. Visits will take about 90 minutes. There will be a clinical assessment including questions about thinking and memory, vision, medication and substance use, and ability to perform activities of daily living. Participants will be randomized (similar to a flip of a coin) to receive either home modifications or ADL (activities of daily living) devices at no cost. Up to $65 in gift cards is provided for time and effort. Risks and benefits of this study will be discussed as part of the informed consent process.

Patient Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age 65 or older
2. Recent fall (in the previous 6 months)
3. Home owner

Patient Exclusion Criteria:

1. Fall due to a stroke, fainting, or seizure
2. Dementia
3. Parkinson’s disease

Jane
Washington University in St. Louis - Center for Clinical Studies
660 South Euclid Avenue, Campus Box 8505
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: 314-932-1011
Email: contej@wusm.wustl.edu

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Research Center Information: Washington University in St. Louis - Center for Clinical Studies

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