About this trial
HealthyLifetime (HL) is a person-centered program that enables older adults to maximize health and optimize functioning - the necessary requisite to successfully remaining independent in their preferred home setting as long as possible, i.e., to age in place.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Be able to read, speak English and hear - but may use glasses or hearing aids, if needed;
Be able to tell us their age, their date of birth, address, and phone number, as well as write down and explain their health problems;
Have their own computer or iPad (Tablet) with an Internet connection, a working camera and microphone. and
Be able to use their computer/tablet to connect to video chat sessions like Zoom in a private space in their home or a private room.
Disqualifiers
People who, in the last month, have used the Emergency Room (ER) or stayed in the hospital.
Are not verified users of Medicaid Home Help services [we will check with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Service to verify that you receive these services using your name, date of birth, and Medicaid identification number];
Have a new major health problem that they are seeing a doctor about more than once per month;
Have been told their illness is not curable;
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Nurse-led health coaching
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
University of Michigan
Lead sponsor
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Collaborator