Helping Latinx communities enroll in food assistance programs
Increasing SNAP enrollment in a diverse Latinx community
This study is all about helping Latinx immigrant communities get the food assistance they need by finding better ways to connect them with the SNAP program, using ideas that work well in their own neighborhoods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10815825 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing health-related social needs, particularly food insecurity, within diverse Latinx immigrant communities. It aims to increase enrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by developing community-driven strategies that adapt existing evidence-based interventions. The project collaborates with local organizations to leverage community strengths and implement effective outreach methods. By engaging with the community, the research seeks to ensure that these interventions are culturally relevant and effectively meet the needs of the population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx immigrants and families experiencing food insecurity or related health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Latinx community or those who do not face food insecurity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce food insecurity among Latinx families, improving their overall health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using community-engaged approaches to improve enrollment in social assistance programs, indicating that this method is promising.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Byhoff, Elena — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Byhoff, Elena
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.