Helping families in Sweden improve their financial situation
Ameliorating Child Poverty Through Connecting Economic Services With Child Health Services (ACCESS): A Randomised Controlled Trial of the Healthier Wealthier Families Model in Sweden
This study is testing if giving families in Sweden immediate financial help can improve their overall well-being compared to those who wait three months for support.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 142 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Uppsala University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Uppsala, Uppland) |
| Trial ID | NCT05511961 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Healthier Wealthier Families initiative involves child health nurses assessing parents' financial situations and connecting them to free financial help services if needed. This randomized controlled trial will compare two groups of families: one receiving immediate access to financial support and another waiting three months. Both groups will receive resources on parenting and finances, and their progress will be evaluated through surveys assessing financial knowledge, control, mental health, and child deprivation over a 12-month period. The goal is to determine the effectiveness of immediate financial assistance on improving family outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are parents or caregivers of children aged 0-5 years who are experiencing economic hardship.
Not a fit: Families who are already using financial counseling services or do not understand the recruitment invitation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly enhance the financial stability and overall well-being of families with young children facing economic hardship.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar interventions aimed at reducing child poverty and improving financial literacy, suggesting a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Parent / caregiver of at least one child aged 0-5 years * The family is listed at the participating child health care centre * Parent / caregiver reports at least one risk factor for economic hardship on specified screening questions * Parent / caregiver lives within the geographical areas served by the participating financial counselling service * Parent / caregiver has given informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Parent / caregiver does not understand the recruitment invitation. * Parent / caregiver is already an active user of a financial counselling service.
Where this trial is running
Uppsala, Uppland
- Uppsala University — Uppsala, Uppland, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anna Sarkadi, Prof — Uppsala University
- Study coordinator: Nina Johansson, PhD Student
- Email: nina.johansson@pubcare.uu.se
- Phone: 0729999624
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.