OLDER ADULTS PURSUE ENCORE CAREERS IN RESEARCH TO PROMOTE INCLUSION OF OLDER ADULT PEERS IN CLINICAL TRIALS
2024
Older Adults Pursue Encore Careers in Research
Sample size: 43
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Nearing Kathryn, Wright Leslie, Williamson Christin, Sedey-Seitz Cory
Primary Institution: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Hypothesis
Can older adults be effectively trained to participate in clinical trials to promote inclusion of their peers?
Conclusion
The program successfully trains older adults to take on key roles in clinical trials, enhancing recruitment and retention of older participants.
Supporting Evidence
- The program trains older adults for specialized roles on clinical trial teams.
- Older Adult Research Specialists help increase recruitment and retention of older adults in trials.
- The training program includes developing outreach strategies and educating research teams.
Takeaway
Older adults can help make clinical trials better by being part of the research teams, and they are being trained to do just that.
Methodology
A 14-week, 140-hour, virtual, competency-based training program for older adults.
Participant Demographics
Average age 68, range 56-82, from diverse backgrounds.
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