Improving community health and aging for Native elders
Official title: Community Health and Aging in Native Groups of Elders Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (CHANGE RCMAR)
Funded at Washington State University · NIH-10912023 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving the health and happiness of Native elders, like American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian folks, by working closely with their communities and helping new researchers learn how to support them better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pullman, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $594,869 |
| NIH project number | 5P30AG083263-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10912023 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Native elders from American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the specified Native populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health and well-being of Native elders, including American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian populations. It aims to foster diversity among researchers working with these communities by providing resources and support for early-career faculty. The project employs a community-based approach, integrating feedback from past research to develop innovative solutions that address the unique health challenges faced by Native elders. By collaborating with local communities, the initiative seeks to create a culture of inclusiveness and improve health outcomes for these populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health resources and support systems for Native elders, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of this research have shown success in improving health outcomes for Native populations, indicating a strong foundation for this new initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Washington State University
Pullman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dillard, Denise a — Washington State University
- Study coordinator: Dillard, Denise a
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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.