Worksite Heart Health and Activity for Assisted Living Staff and Residents
Official title: The Worksite Heart Health Improvement Project + Function Focused Care (WHHIP+FFC) intervention to increase physical activity and wellbeing among staff and residents in assisted living facilities
Funded at University of Maryland Baltimore · NIH-11363263 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A program to help staff and residents in assisted living facilities move more and feel better through combined activities and care practices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | July 20, 2026 |
| Project end | April 30, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $744,172 |
| NIH project number | 1R01NR021880-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11363263 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are adults 21+ who work in or reside in assisted living facilities and are willing to participate in a program that promotes movement and healthy habits.
✕Less likely to help
Some individuals with limited mobility or significant health risks may not experience meaningful benefits from this intervention.
What this research studies
This project builds on a proven approach to boost physical activity among assisted living staff and residents by blending Worksite Heart Health improvements with Function Focused Care. It involves team-building, changes to the facility environment, and personalized education to encourage movement during daily care interactions. The goal is to create sustainable habits that improve heart health, mood, and overall well-being for both staff and residents. The study will monitor activity, health outcomes, and engagement over time in partnered Maryland facilities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, it could lead to healthier, more active communities in assisted living settings and better quality of life for residents and staff.
How similar studies have gone: Previous WHHIP projects showed feasibility and improvements in staff health behaviors and outcomes, with positive spillover to resident activity.
Where this research is happening
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University of Maryland Baltimore
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Doran, Kelly — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Doran, Kelly
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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.