A family-based program to help Latino immigrant families facing health challenges.
Official title: SER Familia: A Family-Based Intervention Addressing Syndemic Conditions among Latino Immigrant Families
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11142466 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Latino immigrant families deal with challenges like substance use, relationship issues, and mental health by offering fun and supportive sessions that build family strength and improve access to health resources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | July 21, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $525,335 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD018920-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11142466 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino immigrant families experiencing health challenges related to acculturation and syndemic conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of Latino immigrant families or who do not face the specific syndemic conditions addressed in this research may not benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the health inequities faced by Latino immigrant families, particularly those related to substance use, intimate partner violence, HIV risk, and mental health issues. The program, called SER Familia, aims to reduce acculturative stress and enhance family resilience through a series of six interactive sessions led by community health workers. Participants will engage in discussions and activities designed to strengthen family support, improve communication, and increase access to health resources. The approach is tailored to the unique experiences of Latino immigrants, promoting coping strategies and community connections.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and well-being of Latino immigrant families by reducing the impact of syndemic conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with community-based interventions targeting similar health disparities among marginalized groups.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzalez-Guarda, Rosa Maria — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Gonzalez-Guarda, Rosa Maria
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.