Plain-English translation of NCT06981117 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study helps family caregivers get a much-needed break. Volunteers will come to your home to care for your elderly family member for a set number of hours, giving you time to rest, run errands, or do things for yourself. Researchers will measure how this respite care affects your stress, mood, and overall wellbeing compared to caregivers who don't receive this service.
Many family caregivers experience burnout, depression, and exhaustion from caring for an older loved one without adequate breaks. This trial tests whether giving caregivers structured time off through in-home respite care can improve their mental health and quality of life.
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You will complete initial health and stress questionnaires, then receive 12 to 36 hours of in-home respite care over 3 months (depending on your assessed needs level). A trained caregiver will come to your home to watch your elderly relative while you take time for yourself. You'll complete the same questionnaires again after the service ends, then answer follow-up questions at 3, 6, and 12 months to see how you're doing.
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Hong Kong
Sponsor
The University of Hong Kong
Enrollment target
~5,166 participants
Started
April 2024
Primary completion
July 2027
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in May 2025.
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Central contact
Vivian Weiqun WQ Lou
The University of Hong Kong
Tell us you're interested and we'll help connect you with the research team. We'll walk you through what to expect first — no email needed to get started.