Helping young cancer survivors with financial and social needs
Official title: Navigating Financial and Health-Related Social Needs in Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors (AYA-NAV): A Digital Intervention Pilot Study
Run by Columbia University · NCT06950983 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new digital tool to help young cancer survivors manage their financial and social needs better than the usual care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 15 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Columbia University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New York, New York) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | July 23, 2025 |
| Main results expected | June 30, 2027 |
| Study ends | July 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | July 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06950983 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adolescents and young adults aged 15-39 who have been diagnosed with cancer within the past six months.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are enrolled in hospice or receiving end-of-life care may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to refine a navigation model that integrates a digital platform to assist adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors in addressing their health-related social needs (HRSN). The research involves co-design sessions with AYAs and caregivers to enhance engagement with the platform and evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a hybrid intervention combining digital and personal navigation support. Additionally, the study will explore the preliminary impact of this intervention on reducing financial distress and improving overall health among AYAs compared to standard care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce financial distress and improve the overall health of young cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in addressing health-related social needs among cancer survivors, but this specific approach is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Aim 1: * AYAs (age 18-39) who have/had a diagnosis of cancer are eligible to participate. * English or Spanish-speaking Aim 2 and 3: * AYAs (age 15-39) who were diagnosed with cancer or began treatment for cancer within the past 6 months, or those who are still on first treatment for cancer (non-relapse) * English or Spanish-speaking * For AYAs who are \< 18 years, caregiver participation will be required; for AYAs \> 18 years, caregivers may co-participate if desired; the primary unit of focus is the AYA patient. Exclusion Criteria: * Dyad with caregiver or younger AYA that previously participated in study AAAU2405 or AAAY9477 * Unable to complete financial survey questions or contraindicated (as outlined in Protection of Human Subjects) * Dyad with younger AYAs who are enrolled on hospice or receiving other end-of-life care
Where it's running
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Columbia University Irving Medical Center
New York, New York, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Melissa Beauchemin, PhD, MSN,CPNP-PC, CPO
- Email: mmp2123@cumc.columbia.edu
- Phone: 212-342-4111
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.