Engaging communities to improve health outcomes for children and families
Community Engagement Core
This study is all about bringing together researchers, community groups, and healthcare providers to work together on improving health for Latino families and children in Southern California, so you can expect to see programs and resources that really focus on your needs and help make your community healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hospital of Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889992 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Community Engagement Core (CEC) focuses on building partnerships among researchers, community organizations, healthcare providers, and policymakers to address chronic health disparities affecting Latino families and children in Southern California. By fostering collaboration, the CEC aims to enhance public health initiatives and promote health equity through targeted interventions and educational programs. Patients and families can expect to be involved in community-driven efforts that prioritize their health needs and improve access to resources. The CEC will leverage existing networks and expertise to ensure effective outreach and engagement.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Latino families and children, particularly those facing chronic health issues or disparities in healthcare access.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted demographic or who are not affected by chronic health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for children and families in the community.
How similar studies have performed: Previous community engagement initiatives have shown success in improving health outcomes and reducing disparities, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- Children's Hospital of Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kipke, Michele D. — Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Kipke, Michele D.
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.