Testing a new program to support veterans' health through peer engagement
Initial Testing of Whole Health STEPS (Structured Tiered Engagement with Peer Support)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SYRACUSE VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10977029
This study is testing a new program called Whole Health STEPS to help veterans get more involved in their healthcare by offering different levels of support over 8 weeks, from self-help tools to one-on-one coaching, all aimed at making it easier for them to access care and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SYRACUSE VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SYRACUSE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10977029 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research develops and evaluates the Whole Health STEPS program, which is designed to enhance healthcare engagement among veterans. The program consists of an 8-week stepped-care approach that includes various levels of support, from self-management tools to personalized coaching sessions. Veterans will receive weekly assessments to track their progress and determine if they need to move to a higher level of care. The goal is to create a patient-centered intervention that effectively addresses barriers to healthcare access and improves overall health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans seeking support for their health management and engagement in healthcare services.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those who do not require assistance with healthcare engagement may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve veterans' engagement in their healthcare and overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer support and structured engagement can improve health outcomes, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
SYRACUSE, UNITED STATES
- SYRACUSE VA MEDICAL CENTER — SYRACUSE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOHNSON, EMILY — SYRACUSE VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: JOHNSON, EMILY
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.