What is LAT?
LAT is an acronym for Living-Apart-Together, describing a monogamous relationship where partners are committed to one another but choose to live in separate homes.
The LATCare study at the University of Missouri is one of several projects in Dr. Benson's Love After 60 Lab focusing on health and well-being in the context of late life repartnerships. We are currently interviewing individuals 50 years of age or older whose partner has recently experienced an adverse change in health status (i.e., a decline in physical/cognitive functioning), as well as those whose LAT relationship has ended due to a partner's change in health or recent death.
What changes in my partner's health status qualify me for this study?
A broad array of health challenges are of interest to us, including new diagnoses as well as ongoing/reoccurring issues. Changes may result in continual decline (e.g., partner has a terminal illness) or result in recovery.
Do I have to be my partner's only caregiver to qualify for this study?
No. In addition to the care and support you provide, your partner may be receiving care by others as well (e.g., family members, professional caregivers). Care demands may exist at any level, including care that is very basic (providing transportation to and from doctor's appointments; errand running; light housekeeping) to highly intensive personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.). Interviews will last approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour. All participants will be entered into a raffle to win $50.00.
How can I enroll?
Just click below to connect with someone on the research team!
LAT is an acronym for Living-Apart-Together, describing a monogamous relationship where partners are committed to one another but choose to live in separate homes.
The LATCare study at the University of Missouri is one of several projects in Dr. Benson's Love After 60 Lab focusing on health and well-being in the context of late life repartnerships. We are currently interviewing individuals 50 years of age or older whose partner has recently experienced an adverse change in health status (i.e., a decline in physical/cognitive functioning), as well as those whose LAT relationship has ended due to a partner's change in health or recent death.
What changes in my partner's health status qualify me for this study?
A broad array of health challenges are of interest to us, including new diagnoses as well as ongoing/reoccurring issues. Changes may result in continual decline (e.g., partner has a terminal illness) or result in recovery.
Do I have to be my partner's only caregiver to qualify for this study?
No. In addition to the care and support you provide, your partner may be receiving care by others as well (e.g., family members, professional caregivers). Care demands may exist at any level, including care that is very basic (providing transportation to and from doctor's appointments; errand running; light housekeeping) to highly intensive personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.). Interviews will last approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour. All participants will be entered into a raffle to win $50.00.
How can I enroll?
Just click below to connect with someone on the research team!
