Supportive housing program for people with HIV
A Type 1 Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Evaluation of a City-Level Transitional Housing Program's Effects on Health, Economic, and Psychologic Outcomes Among People With HIV
This study is testing a supportive housing program for people with HIV to see if it helps them manage their health better and stay in stable housing.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Pennsylvania Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06829394 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot study evaluates the Arms Around You (AAY) program, a supportive housing initiative aimed at addressing housing instability among people with HIV. Utilizing a Housing First model, the program provides rent support, medical case management, and housing counseling to improve HIV-related outcomes such as viral suppression and ART adherence. Participants are randomly assigned to receive immediate access to the program or to a waitlist, allowing researchers to compare health and economic outcomes over 36 months. Data will be collected through surveys, pharmacy records, and interviews to assess the program's feasibility and impact.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals living with HIV who are experiencing homelessness or severe housing instability.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing housing instability or who do not meet the inclusion criteria will likely not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve health outcomes for people with HIV by enhancing their housing stability and access to care.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that supportive housing interventions can improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, suggesting a promising approach for this initiative.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Inclusion criteria for the Lottery Population will be all PWH in priority groups 1 or 2 included in the initial lottery for access to the AAY program. Inclusion criteria for the Survey population is (1) eligible for the HIV transitional housing program (2) priority group 1 or 2 with anticipated inclusion in the initial lottery (3) no plans to leave Philadelphia in the next year (4) regular access to a telephone to be able to complete phone surveys (5) able to provide informed consent. \- Exclusion Criteria: Does not meet the above inclusion criteria. \-
Where this trial is running
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and 1 other locations
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (Not_yet_recruiting)
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Aaron Richterman, MD, MPH
- Email: Aaron.Richterman@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu
- Phone: 267-441-7915
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.