ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
Dementia Untangled is a podcast developed by Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI) in 2021. Offering expert guidance and support for the millions of people living with dementia and their care partners, this award-winning podcast focuses on innovative ideas, practical strategies, and proven methods in an approachable, conversational format.
The PodCaring Study aims to expand the body of knowledge supporting podcast listening as a medium for increased learning and behavior change for caregivers of people with dementia.
WHAT IS INVOLVED
ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
Each participant will have 2 months to complete this self-paced online study.
Caregiver participants will complete:
- Pre-listening questionnaires
- Listening to 8 thirty-minute podcast episodes
- Post-listening survey
Total time involved will be about 5 hours over 2 months.
Participants who complete the study will receive compensation in the form of a $25 gift card.
AM I ELIGIBLE?
ABOUT THE PODCARING STUDY
AM I ELIGIBLE?
The PodCaring Study is looking for those who are:
- Currently providing care* on a regular basis to a family member or friend with progressive memory problems
- Have been providing care for 6 or more months
- Provide an average of 2 hours of care per day (14 per week)
- Experiencing elevated stress levels due to caregiving responsibilities
- Have access and ability to listen to podcasts
- Reside within the United States
- Fluent in English
- At least 18 years old
* For purposes of this study, care is defined as aiding in transportation, paying bills/ managing finances, meal preparation/ cooking, shopping/ errands, home/ yard maintenance, managing medications, etc.