232
Participants
Start Date
June 30, 2024
Primary Completion Date
November 30, 2027
Study Completion Date
September 30, 2028
Mindfulness Meditation
8-week mindfulness meditation program, based on Kabat-Zinn's MBSR program and modified for caregivers. The intervention will be led by MBSR-trained facilitators.
Psychoeducation
"A lecture-style program based on the 10 KeysTM to Healthy Aging Course, an evidence-based program for older adults. The program will be delivered by a facilitator experienced in delivering similar content."
Wait list control
Participants will receive two hours of respite from their caregiving responsibilities per week, for eight weeks. They will be given the opportunity to participate in either the MM or the PSY condition following completion of testing.
RECRUITING
Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto
Toronto Metropolitan University
OTHER