What Participation Looks Like
This study is primarily virtual and home-based with little to no need for additional clinic visits. Participation is designed to feel manageable and provide support alongside the care of your oncology team.
Participation may include:
- Resistance exercise training plans tailored to your needs
- Diet and nutrition guidance, with a focus on protein intake
- Regular check-ins with your trainer, dietitian, and research team
Participants may also receive:
- Activity-tracking technology
- Exercise equipment and resources to support physical activity at home
- Nutrition resources, such as a protein supplement and blender bottle
Who Can Take Part
You may be eligible for the THRIVE-65 study if you meet the following criteria:
- Are 65 or older
- Plan to begin (or have recently started) chemotherapy for breast cancer
- Can walk unassisted
- Meet the study’s medical guidelines
Participation is entirely voluntary. Outcomes are not guaranteed.
THRIVE-65 Study
Active Recruitment Sites
Explores how activity and food support during breast cancer treatment may shape future care.
Enrolling
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Boston, MA
Kaedryn Diguglielmo
617-632-6731
thrive65@partners.org 617-632-6731
Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH
Carissa Mills
216-844-7921
thrive65@partners.org 216-844-7921
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA
Caitlyn Desroches
412-254-8234
thrive65@partners.org 412-254-8234
Mount Nittnay Medical Center Mount Nittnay, PA
Shannon Mills
814-231-7813
thrive65@partners.org 814-231-7813
