Washington University School of Medicine
In a 3-group trial with randomization and follow-up for 12 months, we will compare use of the VSC as well as health and quality of life outcomes among 650 older adults in St. Louis who receive either: (1) home delivered meals AND a GrandPad; (2) home-delivered meals but no GrandPad for 6 months; and (3) in person meals at senior center but no GrandPad.
The aims of the study are: 1. Recruit 650 older adults in St. Louis into the study - 400 home-delivered meal recipients and 250 receiving in-person meals at senior centers. Describe baseline differences between the two groups in use of senior center programming, technology access and use, and health and quality of life outcomes. 2. Randomly assign the 400 home-delivered meal recipients to get a GrandPad immediately (GP) or 6 months later (GP-6). Compare the GP and GP-6 groups to in-person meal recipients (IP) on: (A) VSC engagement at 6- and 12-month follow-up; and (B) health and quality of l…
Inclusion Criteria: * Current Home-delivered meal client with Aging Ahead Exclusion Criteria: * Under age 65
The Virtual Senior Center engages older adults in programs and services online with the help of a GrandPad.
Participants will be given information to access the website when they are able from their own phone, tablet, or computer.
Arctuva estimate
Actual pay is set by the research site.
Verify or correct the compensation shown for this listing.