Multi-modal Large Language Model-Empowered Talk Therapy for Older Adults With ADRD

For the patient:

Inclusion criteria:

* age ≥ 65 years
* diagnosis of MCI (mild cognitive impairment) or mild ADRD
* access to a reliable internet connection
* community-dwelling
* elevated behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), indicated by a HABC (Healthy Aging Brain Care) monitor score above 14 on caregiver report or self report (indicating elevated levels of BPSD)
* presence of one or more specific BPSD behaviors (e.g., agitation, anxiety, depression, apathy, or sleep disturbances)
* ability to consent for themselves.

Exclusion criteria:

* lives in an assisted living facility or nursing home
* has moderate to severe ADRD as measured by the Quick Dementia Rating System
* has a life expectancy of less than 6 months.

For the care partner:

Inclusion criteria:

* ≥ 21 years old
* self-identified care partner (e.g., is knowledgeable about the patient's daytime and nighttime behaviors) of a community-dwelling patient diagnosed with MCI or mild ADRD who will also participate in the study

Exclusion criteria:

* has MCI or dementia
* has a severe mental illness or substance abuse
* has a life expectancy of less than 6 months.