Improving parenting skills in Kibera through SafeCare Kenya
Implementing the Adapted Parenting Program, SafeCare Kenya, to Reduce Noncommunicable Disease Burden: Building Community Health Volunteers' Capacity to Support Parents With Young Children
NA · Pacific University · NCT06363695
This study is testing a program called SafeCare Kenya to see if it can help parents of young children improve their parenting skills and family health compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 369 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pacific University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Nairobi) |
| Trial ID | NCT06363695 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to implement and evaluate the SafeCare Kenya program, which is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of parents with children aged 18 months to 5 years. The study will compare the effectiveness of SafeCare Kenya delivered by community health volunteers against usual care practices. Participants will undergo assessments at baseline, 6 months, and 18 months to measure improvements in parenting skills, child behavior, and overall family health. The program will be delivered either in-person or virtually, depending on the random assignment of the community health volunteers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are female primary caregivers aged 18 or older with at least one child between 18 months and 5 years residing in Kibera.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those younger than 18 years, non-English or non-Swahili speakers, and those without access to a smartphone for virtual participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve parenting practices and child safety, reducing the risk of child maltreatment.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with community-based parenting programs, indicating potential for positive outcomes with this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Parents Inclusion Criteria: * being the female primary caregiver * at least 18 years old of age * at least one child between 18 months and age 5 * reside in Kibera * have ability to participate virtually (i.e., owns a smart phone) in English or Swahili. Parent Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 18 years old * unable to participate in English or Swahili * does not own smart phone to participate in virtual sessions. CHV Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * able to participate in English or Swahili * has ability to participate virtually (i.e., owns a smart phone) * female community health volunteer who is affiliated with one of the project's agencies in Kibera CHV Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 18 years old * not able to participate in English or Swahili * does not have a smart phone * is not female * is not a community health volunteer affiliated with one of the project's agencies Trainer Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * able to participate in English and Swahili * trained as a SafeCare trainer Trainer Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 18 years old * not able to participate in English and Swahili * not trained as a SafeCare Trainer Stakeholder Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * able to participate in English * involved in the project as a stakeholder Stakeholder Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 18 years old * not able to participate in English * not a stakeholder for this project
Where this trial is running
Nairobi
- Africa Institute of Mental and Brain Health — Nairobi, Kenya (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jenelle R. Shanley, PhD — Pacific University
- Study coordinator: Jenelle R. Shanley, PhD
- Email: jshanley@pacificu.edu
- Phone: 503-352-6438
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.
Conditions: Child Maltreatment, Parenting