RecruitingNursing Home ResidentSkilled Nursing FacilityDepression
Pilot Study of a Behavioral Program for Resident Depression in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Eligible age
18+ yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
1 state
Healthy volunteers
No
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About this study
The goal of this clinical trial is to test a behavioral health program (Interventions for Stressful Transitions in Later Life, InSTILL, for Individuals) for skilled nursing facility residents. The main questions it aims to answer is whether the program is program is feasible, satisfactory, and helpful. Participants will join 6 bi-weekly sessions of the InSTILL program. Participants will complete assessments at three timepoints (all) and a brief-exit interview.
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital
You may qualify if…
- ✓ Psychological distress, as indicated by a score Patient Health Questionnaire- 2 ≥ 2 OR Patient Health Questionnaire-9 ≥ 5
- ✓ 5+ chronic conditions based on Elixhauser Comorbidity Index
- ✓ Aged ≥ 18 years
- ✓ Able and willing to participate in the study
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ Intended length of SNF stay \< 7 days
- ✕ More than mild cognitive impairment, as indicted by Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) \<13
- ✕ Participant's roommate is already enrolled in study/intervention
- ✕ High risk of suicide/active documented SI per the PHQ-9, item 9 or otherwise
- ✕ Participation in newly initiated psychotherapy
Where it's recruiting
Massachusetts
Boston
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT07655232 · last updated 2026-06-17