Helping unemployed cancer survivors return to work
Protocol of a Randomized Controlled Trial on the Effectiveness and Cost-effectiveness of a Supported Employment Intervention Aimed at Enhancing Work Participation of Unemployed or Work-disabled Cancer Survivors: the PLACES Study
This study is testing a special program to help unemployed cancer survivors find jobs and improve their confidence about returning to work.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase2; Phase3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 164 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Haarlem and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06028048 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the PLACES intervention, a tailored supported employment program, aimed at helping unemployed and work-disabled cancer survivors re-enter the workforce. Participants will be divided into an intervention group receiving the PLACES support and a control group receiving care as usual. The study will assess various outcomes including employment status, quality of life, and self-efficacy regarding returning to work over a 12-month period. Additionally, the study will analyze the cost-effectiveness of the intervention and the process of its implementation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are working-age cancer survivors, aged 18-65, who have been diagnosed with cancer between 6 months and 10 years ago and are currently unemployed or work-disabled.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to speak, read, or understand Dutch, or those diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve employment rates and quality of life for cancer survivors who are currently unemployed or work-disabled.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in similar approaches to support employment for cancer survivors, indicating potential for success in this intervention.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
In order to be eligible for participation, participants must meet all of the following criteria: 1. Of working age (18-65 years); 2. Diagnosed with cancer between 6 months and 10 years ago; 3. Unemployed and either partially or fully work-disabled 4. They have completed their primary treatment (except long-term treatment such as hormone therapy); 5. An approved reintegration trajectory at the SSA; 6. Seeking paid employment and motivated to initiate work promptly. Cancer survivors who are unable to speak, read or understand the Dutch language and cancer survivors who got diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma will be excluded from participation.
Where this trial is running
Haarlem and 1 other locations
- Uwv — Haarlem, Netherlands (Recruiting)
- UWV Zaandam — Zaandam, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fenna van Ommen, Msc.
- Email: f.vanommen1@amsterdamumc.nl
- Phone: +31613812892
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.