Helping adults with multiple chronic conditions access care and social resources
Official title: Whole Person Navigation: Pragmatic randomized trial of combined social resource and care system navigation for adults with multiple chronic conditions
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11044384 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help adults with multiple health issues by pairing them with a friendly navigator who will assist them in getting the medical care and social support they need, like help with transportation, food, and housing, to improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $400,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HS029868-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11044384 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with multiple chronic conditions who are experiencing barriers to accessing healthcare and social resources.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without multiple chronic conditions or those who do not face significant social barriers may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on adults with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) who often face significant healthcare challenges and social barriers. The project aims to implement a 'Whole Person Navigation' approach, where patients identified as high-risk for care gaps will be paired with a navigator. This navigator will assist patients in addressing both their medical and social needs, such as transportation, food, and housing, to improve their overall health outcomes. By utilizing data-driven strategies, the research seeks to enhance the coordination of care and support for these patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes and quality of life for patients with multiple chronic conditions by ensuring they receive comprehensive care and support.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that integrated care approaches addressing both medical and social needs can lead to improved patient outcomes, indicating a promising potential for this strategy.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grant, Richard W — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Grant, Richard W
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.