Exploring Use of Companion Robot Pets for Older Adults in Care Homes
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH · Nov 15, 2019
Trial Information
Current as of June 14, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This study will be an eight month stepped-wedge, cluster randomised control trial exploring the use and impact of 'Joy for All' robot pets with older people living in care homes in South West England. Participants will include individuals with and without dementia.
The study aims to:
* See if affordable robot pets lead to improved wellbeing and are robust and engaging over 4-8 months in care homes and nursing homes.
* Identify under what circumstances, for which care home residents, and with what impact the robot pets are used.
The wellbeing outcomes to be explored include; neuropsychiat...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Any resident at a collaborating care home or nursing home that has consent to participate.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Any resident at a collaborating home without consent to participate.
About University Of Plymouth
The University of Plymouth is a renowned academic institution dedicated to advancing research and innovation in various fields, including health and clinical sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct rigorous research aimed at improving patient outcomes and informing healthcare practices. With a commitment to ethical standards and collaboration, the University of Plymouth fosters partnerships with healthcare providers, industry stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure the successful design, implementation, and dissemination of clinical trials that contribute to the body of medical knowledge.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Hannah L Bradwell, MSc
Principal Investigator
PhD Student, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Plymouth
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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