Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia
Conditions
Keywords
Community Health Workers, ADRD, Self-efficacy, Stigma, Digital Health Intervention
Brief summary
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.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALDERA Online Training Program
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.
Sponsors
George Mason University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Age 18 years or older * Currently working as a community health worker or serving in a community health worker-related role * Able to read and understand English * Has access to the internet and a computer, tablet, or smartphone to complete the online training and surveys * Willing and able to provide informed consent
Exclusion criteria
* Previously completed the DERA training program * Unable to complete study procedures in English * Unable to access the online training platform or study surveys
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia Knowledge | Baseline to post-intervention (approximately 6-8 weeks) | Dementia knowledge will be assessed using the Dementia Knowledge Assessment Scale (DKAS). The DKAS is a validated instrument that measures knowledge across multiple domains, including causes, symptoms, risk factors, and care considerations. DKAS-25 total score ranges from 0 to 50. Items are scored 0-2, with higher scores indicating greater dementia-related knowledge. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dementia-Related Stigma | Baseline to post-intervention (approximately 6-8 weeks) | Dementia-related stigma will be assessed using an adapted 8-item stigma scale with response options ranging from strongly disagree to strongly agree. Total scores range from 8 to 40, with higher scores indicating greater dementia-related stigma. |
| Self-Efficacy in Dementia Care | Baseline to post-intervention (approximately 6-8 weeks) | Self-efficacy will be measured using a study-specific Community Health Worker Dementia Role Self-Efficacy Scale assessing confidence in performing dementia-related tasks, including education, communication, support, and service navigation. Response options range from "Not at all confident" to "Extremely confident." Total scores range from 8 to 40, with higher scores indicating greater self-efficacy in dementia-related service delivery. |
Countries
United States
Contacts
CONTACTAlicia Hong
Outcome results
None listed