Peer support program for older adults with unmanaged type 2 diabetes in Appalachia
Official title: Older Adults Using Social Support to Improve Self-Care: Adaptation, Implementation, and Feasibility of Peer Support for Older Adults With T2DM in Appalachia.
Run by The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston · NCT06003634 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests if older adults with unmanaged type 2 diabetes can better manage their health by getting support from trained peers who have successfully handled their own diabetes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 55 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 25 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Bowling Green, Kentucky and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 20, 2023 |
| Main results expected | March 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | March 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | June 17, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06003634 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 55 and older who reside in rural Kentucky and have a diagnosis of unmanaged type 2 diabetes.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under 55 years of age, those with cognitive impairments, or non-English speakers 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 clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of peer coaching models in helping older adults with unmanaged type 2 diabetes improve their self-management skills. Participants will be paired with trained peer coaches who have successfully managed their own diabetes, and they will engage in regular discussions about self-care and goal setting. The study will compare different methods of pairing coaches and participants, as well as the frequency of their interactions, to determine which approach is most effective. Stakeholder engagement will also be incorporated to enhance understanding of the intervention's impact.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve diabetes self-management among older adults in rural Appalachia, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using peer support models for chronic disease management, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age greater than or equal to 55 years * Resident in Rural Kentucky * Positive diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus * HbA1c less than 7.5 for peer coaches * Passing score on cognitive assessment administered by study personnel * English Speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Age less than 55 years * Not a resident of a Rural Kentucky County * No Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Diagnosis * Cognitive Impairment * Non-English Speaking
Where it's running
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Barren River Area Development District
Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States Recruiting -
UK HealthCare
Hazard, Kentucky, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Brittany L. Smalls, PhD — University of Texas Medial Branch
- Study coordinator: Brittany L. Smalls, PhD
- Email: blsmalls@utmb.edu
- Phone: 409-772-1011
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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.