Using telehealth to provide peer support for Veterans with multiple chronic conditions
Telehealth-delivered peer support to improve quality of life among Veterans with multimorbidity
This study is all about helping Veterans with multiple health issues by connecting them with trained peers through online meetings, so they can get support and advice on managing their health and sticking to their treatments, making it easier for them to take care of themselves and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10942077 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping Veterans who have multiple chronic conditions by providing them with peer support through telehealth. The program, called VetASSiST, connects Veterans with trained peers who understand their challenges and can offer guidance on self-management and treatment adherence. By using virtual meetings, this approach aims to overcome barriers that prevent Veterans from attending in-person appointments and engaging in their health care. The goal is to improve their overall quality of life and health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who are experiencing multimorbidity, meaning they have two or more chronic health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic conditions or those who are not Veterans may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life for Veterans with multiple chronic conditions by providing them with effective support and resources.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer support delivered via telehealth can be effective in improving health outcomes for patients with chronic conditions, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gray, Kristen E — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Gray, Kristen E
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.