CTraC-FIT for Veterans with Functional Impairment

This study is developing and testing a new program called CTraC-FIT to help older Veterans who are at high risk of being readmitted to the hospital and are experiencing functional impairment (difficulty with daily activities). CTraC-FIT aims to improve their ability to do daily tasks and maintain independence after leaving the hospital. You might be able to join if you are 65 or older, have certain scores on surveys about your vulnerability and physical performance, and can give your informed consent. The study will look at how satisfied participants are with the program and how they perceive the intervention. Enrollment is currently unclear, but the study plans to include 40 participants.

Study design
This interventional study plans to enroll 40 participants. It compares CTraC-FIT, which includes structured follow-ups, to Enhanced Usual Care, which is the standard care provided by the VA.
What's involved
Not specified in the trial record.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
Participants will be followed for client satisfaction and perceived characteristics of the intervention at Day 30 (Endpoint).

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NCT07132944

Development and Feasibility of CTraC-FIT

Recruiting
NAAges 65+Interventional
VA Office of Research and Development
~40 participants
Updated 2026-07-24 on ClinicalTrials.gov
What's tested:CTraC-FITEnhanced Usual Care

At a glance

Recruiting sites
1 of 1 listed site is recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
Client Satisfaction Questionnaire
Measured over Endpoint (Day 30)
+6 more outcomes measured
Functional Impairment
Functional Performance
1 sites across 1 states
Massachusetts1
  • Caroline Madrigal, PhD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA

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Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Score of \> 3 on Vulnerable Elders Survey, (VES-13)
Score of 4-9 on Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB)
Able to provide informed consent

Exclusion

Admitted to VA Boston for acute psychiatric are or substance abuse detoxification
Plan to discharge anywhere except home (e.g., assisted living, group home, or skilled nursing facility)
  • Client Satisfaction QuestionnaireEndpoint (Day 30)

    The investigators will measure Veteran satisfaction using the Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8), a validated tool that assesses satisfaction with various aspects of service delivery, including the quality of care, helpfulness of staff, and overall experience.

  • Perceived Characteristics of Intervention ScaleEndpoint (Day 30)

    The investigators will use the Perceived Characteristics of Intervention Scale (PCIS) to understand clinicians' perspectives on the acceptability of the CTraC-FIT intervention. The PCIS is a validated tool designed to assess key factors influencing the acceptability of an intervention from the perspective of healthcare providers. Developed within VA, the scale assesses the overall acceptability of the intervention by examining whether it is perceived as beneficial, feasible, and compatible with existing practices.

  • EnrollmentBaseline (Day 1)

    Assessed by the proportion of those screened who enroll in the study, as well as the number of participants enrolled each month. This data will be sourced from the project database.

  • RecruitmentBaseline (Day 1)

    Measured by the proportion of participants approached who agree to screening. This data will be sourced from the project database.

  • RetentionEndpoint (Day 30); 3-Month

    Proportion of enrolled participants who complete the endpoint assessment and the 3-month follow-up. This data will be sourced from the project database.

  • AdherenceEndpoint (Day 30); 3 Month

    The investigators will use a combination of metrics to determine adherence, including: The proportion of completed phone or VVC (Video Visit Communication) calls The proportion of participants who establish functional goals The proportion of participants who achieve at least 50% of their goals The proportion of participants with a documented functional recovery care plan within 72 hours post-discharge This data will be sourced from the project database.

  • FidelityEndpoint (Day 30)

    Assessed by compliance with the CTraC-FIT fidelity checklist. This data will be sourced from the project database.