Improving health outcomes for young adults with Type 1 diabetes by addressing social challenges
Official title: Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes Through Comprehensive Assessment, Responsiveness, and Engagement (T1CARE)
Funded at Yale University · NIH-11045938 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help young adults with Type 1 diabetes by providing personalized support that takes into account their social and health needs, using a program called T1CARE, to see if it can improve their diabetes management compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project start | January 28, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $512,812 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DK139558-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11045938 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults under 21 years old with Type 1 diabetes, particularly those from Black and Hispanic communities who may face additional health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Type 1 diabetes or are over the age of 21 may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on young adults with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and aims to improve their health outcomes by addressing social determinants of health that negatively impact their diabetes management. The study will implement a personalized intervention called T1CARE, which includes comprehensive assessments of both social and clinical needs, along with a hybrid approach involving community health workers and patient navigators. By tailoring support to the unique situations of each participant, the research seeks to enhance engagement and responsiveness in care. The effectiveness of this approach will be evaluated through a pilot randomized trial comparing it to standard care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and health outcomes for young adults facing social barriers.
How similar studies have gone: While similar approaches have been tested, this specific personalized intervention remains largely untested against standard care, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Yale University
New Haven, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lipska, Kasia Joanna — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Lipska, Kasia Joanna
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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.