Preliminary results from a remotely delivered, low-intensity, multidomain risk reduction intervention (MyCoach) for adults aged ≥65 with Subjective Cognitive Decline or Mild Cognitive Impairment
Kaarin Jane Anstey

Date and Time

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Theme / Track

Health, medical and integrated care

Presentation Format

Concurrent

Background: Intensive multidomain interventions can slow cognitive decline but may not be affordable or accessible. We evalauted a fully remote, low-intensity, multidomain intervention in people with Subjective Cognitive Decline (SCD) or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI). Method: We conducted a two-arm, single-blind randomised controlled trial comparing our MyCoach intervention with an active psychoeducation control. Participants were aged ≥65 years with SCD or MCI. The 12-week intervention included a 6-session interactive e-learning program, clinical exercise and dietary advice, BrainHQ cognitive training and a booster session. Outcomes were assessed at 3, 6 and 12-months. The primary outcome was change on the ANU-ADRI risk score at 12 months. Results: Of 325 eligible participants (160 intervention, 165 control), 32% were from regional areas. At 6 months the ANU-ADRI score was lower in the intervention than control group (diff= -1.07 (95%CI:-1.89 -0.25; p = 0.011). At 12 months, the ANU-ADRI score was lower in the intervention group compared with control (diff= -0.62 (95%CI:-1.45, 0.21; p = 0.14). In a predefined subgroup with higher baseline lifestyle risk (ANU-ADRI ≥8; n=139), the intervention led to a clinically meaningful reduction in ANU-ADRI at 6-months compared with control (diff= -1.78 (95%CI:-3.06 to -0.51; p=.006) but this was not sustained at 12-months. Adherence was high, with 70% completing all modules and a further 13% completing five of six. There were no intervention-related adverse events. Conclusion: Low intensity, remotely-delivered non-pharmacological interventions are feasible for adults with SCD and MCI, but longer duration of interventions are needed to maintain benefits.

Keywords

Dementia, Diet / Nutrition, Evidence Based Practice, Exercise, Non-Pharmacological Interventions

Authors

Jess Amos, University of New South Wales
Nicola Lautenschlager, University of Melbourne
Kim Delbaere, University of New South Wales
Nick Olsen, University of New South Wales
Ranmalee Eramudugolla, University of New South Wales