Are You Caring for a Loved One With Memory Problems?
Join The CURB IT Caregiver Study! Participants will be compensated.
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Participants will be compensated.
Online Caregiver Study in the United States
For Those Caring for Loved Ones With Memory Problems
Caring for a loved one with memory problems can present a variety of challenges, emotionally and physically. If you find yourself in this position, consider joining the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s CURB IT online caregiver study. By participating, you will learn effective ways to manage their behavior and make caregiving tasks easier. To see if you qualify for this study, complete the screening form today.
Who is Eligible for CURB IT?
Like any study, CURB IT has certain qualifications prospective participants must meet. If you have any questions regarding your candidacy for CURB IT, contact us. Even if you don’t qualify, we will keep you in mind for future studies. Currently, UAB is seeking individuals who are:
Living in the
United States
Over the
Age of 18
Caring for a Loved One With Memory Problems
Frequently Asked Questions About CURB IT
What does participating in this study involve?
In this research study sponsored by the National Institute on Aging and the University of Alabama at Birmingham, participants will complete the following:
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- Individual coaching sessions
- Surveys & short questionnaires
All study activities will be completed online with no travel requirements, and you will receive compensation for your participation. If you are interested in participating, please complete the screening form or contact us to check your eligibility or request more information.
What are the benefits of participating in this study?
Participating in a study can feel like just one more thing on your already lengthy to-do list as a caregiver. Fortunately, participating CURB IT offers a variety of benefits, including:
- Virtual participation from anywhere in the United States
- Learning valuable caregiving and other relevant skills
- Gaining a better understanding of memory issues and related behaviors
- Compensation for your participation in the study
- One-on-one coaching with a trained expert in memory care
To maximize the benefits of this study, you must participate in all coaching sessions and other activities. If you have any questions about the study and how it can benefit you or your loved one, please contact us to request more information.
What types of caregiving strategies will I learn in this study?
Unlike other similar studies, CURB IT takes a more personal approach. Your coach will work with you to develop behavioral management strategies that work for both you and your loved one. The ultimate goal is that you will learn to develop useful skills for reducing or managing care refusals when caring for a loved one with memory problems. For more information about the study or the types of strategies you will be learning about, contact us today.
Start Learning Valuable
Caregiving Strategies
As a caregiver, you want the best possible care for your loved one. Learning how to best support them is one of the ways you can ensure that. If you’re interested in receiving online coaching to manage your loved one’s behavior, join the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s CURB IT study. To learn if you qualify, complete the screening form today!
Join CURB IT Today
Are you caring for a loved one with memory problems? Join the CURB IT online caregiver coaching study through the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Contact us today using the information provided below to learn more.
Email Us
curbit@uab.edu
