Culinary Nutrition Support for Caregivers of Pediatric Cancer Patients
The study aims to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, usefulness, usability, and usage of a culinary nutrition support program for caregivers of children with cancer.
Let's Cook Together
Caregiver Burden+2
+ Behavioral Symptoms
+ Neoplasms
Supportive Care Study
Summary
Study start date: July 25, 2024
Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.This study is focused on improving the nutritional status and overall well-being of children undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers. Pediatric cancer treatments can significantly impact a child's nutrition, which in turn affects their treatment tolerance and overall health. Caregivers also face emotional and psychological challenges that can affect their ability to care for their children. This study introduces an 8-week culinary nutrition program called Let's Cook Together, which aims to enhance caregivers' knowledge and skills in providing nutritious meals and managing treatment side effects. By increasing cooking confidence and dietary quality, the program seeks to support both the children and their caregivers in maintaining a healthy lifestyle during a challenging time. Participants in the study are caregivers of children receiving cancer treatment at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. The program includes four online cooking sessions led by a Medical Chef Educator and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, along with bi-weekly coaching sessions to discuss caregiving strategies and challenges. Participants receive nutrition education and recipes to support their learning. Throughout the program, assessments are conducted at the start, immediately after the program, and three months later to evaluate its feasibility and effectiveness. The study also gathers qualitative feedback to help refine the program and guide future research. The results aim to improve supportive care for families dealing with cancer treatment, providing valuable insights for healthcare professionals involved in oncology care.
Protocol
This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.20 patients to be enrolled
Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.Supportive Care Study
Eligibility
Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.Any sex
Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.Over 18 Years
Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.Healthy volunteers allowed
If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.Conditions
Pathology
Criteria
\*Please note the above age limit and 'accepts health volunteers' specifications are related to the caregiver as the participant. Additional age limit criteria for patient is listed below. All caregivers will be providing care for a child undergoing current cancer treatment. Inclusion Criteria, Patient: * Receiving active cancer treatment for a liquid or solid cancer diagnosis * At least 4-17 years of age * English-speaking * Taking \>50% intake orally * Approved to participate by both their oncologist and registered dietitian nutritionist Exclusion Criteria, Patient: * Undergoing bone marrow transplantation * Receiving active cancer treatment for a brain tumor Inclusion Criteria, Caregiver: * Caregiver (parent or legal guardian) of a child who meets the inclusion and exclusion criteria for patients, above * Can read and speak English * Has access to a computer (i.e., tablet, laptop, desktop computer) and internet * Is at least 18 years of age * Has the ability to provide informed consent
Study Plan
Find out more about all the medication administered in this study, their detailed description and what they involve.One single intervention group is designated in this study
This study does not include a placebo group
Treatment Groups
Group I
ExperimentalStudy Objectives
Primary Objectives
Secondary Objectives