Creating a digital training tool to support people recovering from homelessness and substance use issues
Building and testing the Life Enhancement and Advocacy Programming digital training tool (LEAPLink) to better serve people with lived experience of homelessness and substance use disorder
This study is creating a helpful online training tool called LEAPLink for people who have faced homelessness and struggles with substance use, working together with those who have been through similar experiences to make sure it really meets their needs and helps them on their path to recovery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hart3s - a Social Purpose Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Spokane, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055769 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a digital training tool called LEAPLink, aimed at helping individuals who have experienced homelessness and substance use disorder. The approach involves collaborating with people with lived experience to co-create programming that addresses their unique needs and promotes recovery. By integrating community-based participatory methods, the project seeks to ensure that the training tool is practical and accessible for service providers. The goal is to bridge the gap between research and practice, making effective recovery strategies available to those who need them most.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced homelessness and are dealing with substance use disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing homelessness or substance use issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a valuable resource for individuals recovering from homelessness and substance use disorders, enhancing their access to supportive services.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with community-based participatory approaches in improving health outcomes for marginalized populations, indicating potential for this novel tool.
Where this research is happening
Spokane, United States
- Hart3s - a Social Purpose Corporation — Spokane, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Collins, Susan E — Hart3s - a Social Purpose Corporation
- Study coordinator: Collins, Susan E
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 below.