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Feasibility of a Novel Systems Approach for Improving Utilization of Alzheimer's Disease Services Among Latinos Attending Primary Care Practices
In Brief
A Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating Alianza Latina for Dementia. Completed, enrolled 243 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The research team will train primary care practitioners from Kansas City clinics to enhance skills in cultural competence, dementia detection, treatment and referral to a Health Navigator among Latinos 65 and older with dementia. The Health Navigator will provide patient/caregiver dyads referred by Alianza Latina providers with care management, psychosocial support and links to relevant community resources. Outcomes include feasibility and acceptability of 1) PCP training and 2) patient and caregiver dementia care.
Study Details
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Interventions
The main components of Alianza Latina are 1) providing primary care providers with education, training and tools for timely dementia diagnosis and optimal treatment and 2) providing Latino dementia patients with enhanced chronic care through bilingual Health Navigators.