Assessing and Improving the Durability of Compensatory Cognitive Training for Older Veterans
Launched by VA OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT · Mar 13, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of August 19, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The RCT portion of this study is a pilot trial evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of a "booster" CCT intervention for individuals who have already previously participated in CCT. 28 Veterans who previously participated in the ME-CCT intervention group of the "Cognitive Rehabilitation for Older Veterans with Mild Cognitive Impairment" study \[PI: Twamley, VA CSRD: I01CX001592\] will be recruited to participate in this pilot RCT.
All participants will receive an initial assessment that consists of neuropsychological and functional capacity tests, and will complete several self-repo...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Veterans aged 55 and older who are able to provide informed consent
- • Previous completion of the "Cognitive Rehabilitation for Older Veterans with Mild Cognitive Impairment" \[PI: Twamley, VA CSRD: I01CX001592\] study and received the ME-CCT intervention
- • Independently living
- • English-speaking: this is necessary to complete cognitive and functional testing and participate in booster development and other study procedures
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Participation in sub-study 2 of this CDA, in which study participants assist with the design of booster intervention modules
- • DSM-5 criteria for current substance use disorder and has been substance abstinent for less than 30 days
- • History of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or other primary psychotic disorder
- • History of significant brain injury with loss of consciousness \>30 minutes
- • Auditory or visual impairments that would prevent ability to participate in booster sessions or ability to benefit from compensatory strategies
About Va Office Of Research And Development
The VA Office of Research and Development (ORD) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of veterans through innovative research initiatives. As a pivotal sponsor of clinical trials, ORD focuses on a broad spectrum of health-related topics, including mental health, rehabilitation, and chronic disease management, ensuring that findings are directly applicable to the unique needs of the veteran population. With a commitment to scientific excellence and collaboration, ORD promotes rigorous study designs and ethical standards, facilitating the translation of research discoveries into improved clinical practices and policies that enhance veteran care.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
San Diego, California, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Jacqueline E Maye, PhD
Principal Investigator
VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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