Helping formerly homeless adults create smoke-free homes
A community-based trial of a voluntary smoke-free home intervention in permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless adults
['FUNDING_R37'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-11041005
This study is helping people who used to be homeless and now live in supportive housing to make their homes smoke-free, so they can enjoy healthier living conditions and reduce health risks related to smoking.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R37'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11041005 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to provide formerly homeless individuals living in permanent supportive housing with the resources and support needed to create smoke-free environments in their homes. By focusing on voluntary smoke-free home interventions, the project seeks to reduce tobacco-related health disparities among this vulnerable population. The approach includes a harm reduction framework that prioritizes housing stability while encouraging healthier living conditions. Participants will receive tailored support and resources to help them adopt smoke-free practices in their homes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are formerly homeless adults residing in permanent supportive housing who are interested in creating smoke-free homes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living in permanent supportive housing or who do not have a history of homelessness may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to healthier living conditions for formerly homeless adults, reducing their exposure to secondhand smoke and improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that voluntary smoke-free home interventions can be effective in reducing smoking rates and improving health outcomes in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VIJAYARAGHAVAN, MAYA — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: VIJAYARAGHAVAN, MAYA
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.