Improving health and wellness for Wabanaki Native Americans
Official title: Wabanaki NARCH Admin
Funded at Wabanaki Health and Wellness · NIH-10914147 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Wabanaki Native American communities get better healthcare by bringing together different health programs and working closely with local organizations to make sure their health needs are met.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wabanaki Health and Wellness NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bangor, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $68,116 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM142115-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10914147 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are members of the Wabanaki Native American communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of the Wabanaki Native American communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing health outcomes for Wabanaki Native American communities through the establishment of an Administrative Core that coordinates various health initiatives. Led by experienced public health professionals, the project aims to address health disparities and improve access to healthcare services. The approach includes collaboration with local organizations and community engagement to ensure that the health priorities of the Wabanaki people are met effectively. The research will also involve capacity building to empower community members in health management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health services and outcomes for Wabanaki Native American populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar community-focused health initiatives have shown success in improving health outcomes for underserved populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Wabanaki Health and Wellness
Bangor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sockabasin, Lisa — Wabanaki Health and Wellness
- Study coordinator: Sockabasin, Lisa
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.