Caregiver Reminders

Family support is a very important part of any patient’s journey and loved ones are encouraged to be involved during participation in a clinical trial. As caregivers, family members and friends provide unconditional emotional and physical support. Participants in clinical trials will have regular follow-up appointments at St. Vincent. Please communicate with your clinical research coordinator (CRC) if any problem arises while participating in the clinical trial, including problems arranging transportation to and from the visit.

HELPFUL HINT:

Encourage the participant to keep a journal for questions, to record symptoms and reflections on one’s quality of life throughout the clinical trial experience. Periodic patient surveys are done as part of some of the clinical trials. A journal is a helpful tool to recall specific experiences, lifestyle changes, stressors, sleep habits, dietary and exercise, and other factors that affect our daily lives and total heart health.

At St. Vincent we provide a holistic approach to care, which means we care for the body, mind and spirit. If at any point in your caregiving you need to talk to someone about home care, pastoral care, or other forms of supportive care, talk to your CRC about the resources available to you and your loved ones through St. Vincent.
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