Improving healthcare delivery for older adults from diverse backgrounds
Center for Improving Care Delivery for the Aging (CICADA)
This study is all about making healthcare better for older adults, especially those from different backgrounds, by training new researchers to focus on fairness in healthcare and finding ways to help everyone get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912774 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery for older adults, particularly those from minoritized and underrepresented backgrounds. It aims to train emerging scientists in health services research, emphasizing equity in healthcare. The project will develop infrastructure to support research that improves the health and independence of older adults, ensuring that care is accessible and effective for all. By fostering a diverse research workforce, the initiative seeks to address disparities in healthcare delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults, especially those from minoritized and underrepresented communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 21 years old or do not identify with minoritized backgrounds may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare services and outcomes for older adults, particularly those from diverse backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving healthcare delivery through similar equity-focused approaches, indicating a promising path forward.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Werner, Rachel M — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Werner, Rachel M
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.