Support for childcare centers to help children from low-income backgrounds cope with COVID-19 effects
Jump Start+:COVID Support to improve resiliency and mitigate risks in childcare centers serving children from low-income ethnic minority backgrounds.
This study is all about helping childcare centers in Miami-Dade that care for kids from low-income families by providing them with tools and support to better handle the mental health challenges caused by the pandemic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10823359 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing resilience in childcare centers that serve children from low-income ethnic minority backgrounds, particularly in Miami-Dade County, which has been significantly affected by the pandemic. It aims to implement a community-based support system that provides resources and mental health consultation to address the psychological impacts of COVID-19 on children. By leveraging an existing intervention, the project will deliver a virtual toolkit to childcare centers, helping educators navigate challenges and support children's mental health effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children from low-income ethnic minority backgrounds attending childcare centers in Miami-Dade County.
Not a fit: Children from affluent backgrounds or those not attending participating childcare centers may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve the mental health and developmental outcomes of children affected by the pandemic.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar community-based interventions aimed at improving mental health outcomes in children during public health crises.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Natale, Ruby Ann — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Natale, Ruby Ann
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.