Improving access to HIV treatment for vulnerable populations
Scaling Low-Barrier Care to Engage People with Complex Needs in HIV Treatment
This study is looking at how to make it easier for people with complex needs related to HIV to get the care they need by offering walk-in visits, support for things like housing and mental health, and rewards for coming to appointments, all in King County, Washington.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875421 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on expanding low-barrier care (LBC) for individuals with complex needs related to HIV treatment. It aims to provide walk-in access to medical care, offer incentives for attending clinic visits, and provide intensive support to address social determinants of health such as housing instability and mental health issues. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of LBC in King County, Washington, and explore how to implement and maintain these services in new clinics. By using a structured framework, the research will assess how well these interventions can be adapted and scaled to meet the needs of the community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who face barriers to accessing traditional healthcare services, such as unstable housing or mental health challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who are already receiving effective HIV treatment and do not face barriers to care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to HIV treatment and health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that low-barrier care models can effectively improve health outcomes for marginalized populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dombrowski, Julia Cook — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Dombrowski, Julia Cook
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.