Randomized Controlld Trial of Dementia Education Resources for Action

Conditions

• Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia

Eligibility Criteria

Sex

ALL

Age

18 Years - N/A

Healthy Volunteers

Accepted

Interventions

• DERA Online Training Program — BEHAVIORAL
  The Dementia Education and Resources for Action (DERA) program is a structured, online training intervention designed for community health workers. The program consists of approximately 7 sessions delivered through a web-based platform. Content includes dementia fundamentals, early signs and risk factors, stigma reduction, and strategies for communication, support, and service navigation. The training incorporates video-based instruction, interactive materials, and quizzes to support learning and engagement.

Study Details

The goal of this intervention trial is to evaluate the effectiveness the online training program Dementia Education and Resources for Action (DERA) in improving Alzheimer's disease and related dementia-(ADRD) knowledge, stigma, and service-related self-efficacy among community health workers (CHWs). We hypothesize that participants who have completed the DERA will have improved ADRD knowledge and self-efficacy in related service and reduced stigma against ADRD and people affected.

Key Dates

First listed

Apr 22, 2026

Start date

Jun 16, 2026

Status verified

May 2026

Primary completion

Dec 30, 2026

Completion

Aug 31, 2027

Study Design

Enrollment

100 participants (estimated)

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Intervention model

PARALLEL

Primary purpose

OTHER

Arms

• Experimental: Immediate DERA Intervention
  Participants assigned to this arm will receive immediate access to the DERA online training program. The program is web-based platform and includes 7 structured modules on dementia knowledge, stigma reduction, and the role of community health workers in supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
• No Intervention: Waitlist Control
  Participants assigned to this arm will not receive access to the DERA program during the study period. They will complete baseline and post-intervention assessments over a similar timeframe as the intervention group. After completion of the post-intervention assessment, participants will be provided access to the DERA training program.

Primary Outcome Measure

Dementia Knowledge [ Time Frame: Baseline to post-intervention (approximately 6-8 weeks) ]

Central Contacts

• Alicia Hong
  7039931929
  [email protected]

Locations (1)

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