HOPE-M: How eviction moratoria affected mental health after eviction threats
Official title: Heath Outcomes Post-Eviction Moratoria (HOPE-M)
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11604195 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how the threat of eviction, and the end of moratorium protections, affects people's mental health in Texas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $820,749 |
| NIH project number | 4R01NR021156-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11604195 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults in Harris County (Houston) and Travis County (Austin) who faced eviction risk or eviction filings after moratoria.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals without exposure to eviction-related stress or those not experiencing mental distress may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
The project follows adults in Houston and Austin to understand how past eviction protections influence mental distress after moratoriums end. It uses a mix of court records and health data to map how eviction risk and economic pressures relate to looking after mental well-being over time. By combining numbers with personal stories, researchers aim to explain why some people struggle more, and what might help reduce distress in the post-moratorium period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the work could inform policies and community supports to protect mental health during housing policy transitions.
How similar studies have gone: Prior research has shown links between housing instability and mental health, supporting the relevance of this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hernandez, Daphne C. — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Hernandez, Daphne C.
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.