A Study of Mobile Medical Supportive Care Program for Family Caregivers With Dementia Combined With Diabetes

An Intervention Effect Study of a Mobile Medical Supportive Care Program for Family Caregivers With Dementia Combined With Diabetes: a Randomized Controlled Trial

The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of the clinical application of a mHealth supportive care program for family caregivers with dementia combined with diabetes based on the supportive care framework. The results of the study will provide family caregivers with more economical and efficient care guidance, thereby improving the quality of care and quality of life for people with dementia and diabetes in general.

Inclusion Criteria:

Caregivers:

• caregivers and patients have legal kinship (such as spouses, children or siblings) and other non-costly caregivers such as babysitters, bellhops, etc.;
• caregiving work ≥ 8 hours / day, care for the patient ≥ 5 days a week, the care time ≥ 1 month;
• conscious adults with a certain degree of reading and comprehension;
• at least have a smart phone (with Internet access) and will be able to use it proficiently;
• informed consent and voluntary participation in the study. Informed consent and voluntary participation in the study.

Targets:

• meet the diagnostic criteria of Alzheimer's disease;
• meet the diagnostic criteria of type 2 diabetes mellitus;
• age ≥ 60 years old, permanent residents of the district.

Exclusion Criteria:

Caregivers:

• severe physical or mental illness;
• people with drug or alcohol dependence;
• caregivers who are participating in a similar intervention study.

Caregivers:

• patients with severe physical illnesses, major illnesses, or terminal illnesses;
• patients with drug or alcohol dependence.