Helping cancer patients manage financial challenges
Addressing Cancer-Related Financial Hardship through Delivery of a Proactive Financial Navigation Intervention
['FUNDING_R01'] · FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER CENTER · NIH-11059158
This study is looking to help cancer patients and their caregivers deal with the money challenges that come with treatment by offering support and guidance right in their clinics, so they can learn how to budget and find resources to ease their financial stress.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11059158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the financial hardships that cancer patients often face, known as 'financial toxicity.' It aims to provide a proactive financial navigation intervention that helps patients and their caregivers manage the financial burdens associated with cancer treatment. The approach involves collaboration with financial education organizations to deliver support directly in oncology clinics. By participating in this intervention, patients can receive guidance on budgeting, debt management, and accessing resources to alleviate financial stress.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients experiencing financial difficulties related to their diagnosis and treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently undergoing cancer treatment or those without financial concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the financial burden on cancer patients and improve their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that financial navigation interventions can effectively reduce financial distress among patients, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER CENTER — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SHANKARAN, VEENA — FRED HUTCHINSON CANCER CENTER
- Study coordinator: SHANKARAN, VEENA
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.