scholarly journals Recruitment and Retention Strategies for Community-Based Longitudinal Studies in Urban, Minority Neighborhoods: Lessons Learned from the PARCS Study (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily B Ferris ◽  
Katarzyna Wyka ◽  
Kelly R. Evenson ◽  
Joan M Dorn ◽  
Lorna Thorpe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Studies ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Natural Experiments ◽  
Retention Strategies ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Evaluation Approach ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation ◽  
The Impact

UNSTRUCTURED Longitudinal, natural experiments provide an ideal evaluation approach to better understand the impact of built environment interventions on community health outcomes, particularly heath disparities. As there are many recruitment and retention challenges inherent to the design of longitudinal, natural experiments, adaptive and iterative recruitment and retention strategies are critical to the success of a study. This paper documents lessons learned from the Physical Activity and Redesigned Community Spaces (PARCS) Study. The PARCS Study, while ongoing, has developed several approaches to improve the recruitment and retention protocols by prioritizing the following four dimensions: 1) building trust with communities; 2) adapting the study protocol to meet participants’ needs and to reflect their capacity for participation; 3) operational flexibility; and 4) measurement and evaluation systems. These strategies may help researchers more successfully recruit and retain participants, particularly in low-income, minority neighborhoods, into longitudinal studies.

scholarly journals Recruitment and retention strategies in longitudinal clinical studies with low-income populations

2011 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 353-362 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa M. Nicholson ◽  
Patricia M. Schwirian ◽  
Elizabeth G. Klein ◽  
Theresa Skybo ◽  
Lisa Murray-Johnson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Clinical Studies ◽  
Retention Strategies ◽  
Recruitment And Retention

scholarly journals Recruitment and retention of fathers with young children in early childhood health intervention research: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth M. Keys ◽  
Jill M. Norris ◽  
Emily E. Cameron ◽  
Katherine S. Bright ◽  
Lianne M. Tomfohr-Madsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Early Childhood ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Intervention Research ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Retention Strategies ◽  
Childhood Health ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
Early Childhood Health ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Fathers are under-represented in research and programs addressing early childhood health and development. Recruiting fathers into these interventions can be hampered for multiple reasons, including recruitment and retention strategies that are not tailored for fathers. The primary aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to determine the effectiveness of recruitment and retention strategies used to include fathers of children (from conception to age 36 months) in intervention studies. The secondary aim is to investigate study-level factors that may influence recruitment and retention. Methods We will conduct searches for scholarly peer-reviewed randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental studies, and pre-post studies that recruited fathers using the following databases: MEDLINE (Ovid), EMBASE (Ovid), PsycINFO (Ovid), and CINAHL. English-language articles will be eligible if they recruited self-identified fathers of children from conception to age 36 months for health-promoting interventions that target healthy parents and children. Two reviewers will independently screen titles/abstracts and full texts for inclusion, as well as grading methodological quality. Recruitment and retention proportions will be calculated for each study. Where possible, we will calculate pooled proportional effects with 95% confidence intervals using random-effects models and conduct a meta-regression to examine the impact of potential modifiers of recruitment and retention. Discussion Findings from this review will help inform future intervention research with fathers to optimally recruit and retain participants. Identifying key factors should enable health researchers and program managers design and adapt interventions to increase the likelihood of increasing father engagement in early childhood health interventions. Researchers will be able to use this review to inform future research that addresses current evidence gaps for the recruitment and retention of fathers. This review will make recommendations for addressing key target areas to improve recruitment and retention of fathers in early childhood health research, ultimately leading to a body of evidence that captures the full potential of fathers for maximizing the health and wellbeing of their children. Systematic review registration PROSPERO CRD42018081332.

scholarly journals Lessons learned for recruitment and retention of low-income African Americans

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 100533 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murad H. Taani ◽  
Bev Zabler ◽  
Michael Fendrich ◽  
Rachel Schiffman
Keyword(s):  
African Americans ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Recruitment And Retention

scholarly journals Nursing Homes and COVID-19: Staff Experiences

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 248-248
Author(s):  
Verena Cimarolli ◽  
Joann Reinhardt ◽  
Sheryl Zimmerman
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Low Income ◽  
The United States ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Nursing Assistants ◽  
Work Related ◽  
New Findings ◽  
Transportation Research ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Nursing homes (NHs) faced an unprecedented crisis during the rapid spread of COVID-19. This pandemic has had a devastating impact on both NH residents and workers who are often on the frontlines providing hands-on care. These workers are vulnerable to the health risks of COVID-19 due to daily exposure to residents with COVID-19, residence in areas with high infection rates, and challenges specific to low-income workers (e.g. reliance on mass transportation). Research has highlighted the experiences of NH workers during the pandemic to learn how to better support them now and during future pandemics. This symposium will add to this research and present new findings from studies conducted in the United States to capture the unique experiences of NH employees. First, Bryant illustrates specific COVID-19-related challenges that NH frontline workers faced and how these workers’ experiences compare to workers in other long-term services and support settings. Reinhardt reports findings from a qualitative study examining the multi-level challenges experienced by nursing assistants during the pandemic. Cimarolli examines if quality of employer communication and workers’ perceived COVID-19-related preparedness mitigate the impact of work-related stress on NH workers’ decision to resign. Franzosa shares recommendations based on priorities identified by nursing assistants and administrators to build future resilience based on lessons learned. Finally, Simpson identifies factors associated with states’ decisions to adopt COVID-19 testing mandates for workers in NHs. Dr. Zimmerman discusses study findings and their contributions for creating supportive NH work environments to ensure most optimal NH worker and resident quality of life.

Cultivating leadership in Asian libraries: a longitudinal impact study

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (4/5) ◽  
pp. 243-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tina T Yang ◽  
Peter E Sidorko ◽  
Esther M.W. Woo
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Studies ◽  
Leadership Training ◽  
Longitudinal Impact ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Evaluation Approach ◽  
Library Leadership ◽  
Time Period ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe a study aimed at assessing the impact of the only recurring Asian library leadership institute on its participants. Design/methodology/approach – A review of the literature focussing on similar longitudinal studies was first conducted followed by a survey of past participants aimed at utilizing a self-evaluation approach. Findings – The study found it difficult to establish a conclusive cause and effect link between institute attendance and the subsequent changes in participants’ professional lives. Nevertheless the study provides compelling evidence that the institute has enhanced participants’ leadership skills, knowledge and insights and thus contributed directly or indirectly to changes in respect of their career progression, involvement in leadership activities and changes at their respective organizations. Research limitations/implications – Like other similar longitudinal studies on library leadership training, the inconclusive nature of findings suggests that further analysis of participants might be undertaken through a qualitative approach in the form of focus group interviews with the participants and over a time period less than the ten years used in the study. Practical implications – Survey respondents provided overwhelming support for the institute providing organizers with the motivation to continue to provide this opportunity to librarians in the Asia region. Originality/value – As the only Asian library leadership training of its kind, this study has delivered a unique set of data that provides perspectives that have not been previously documented.

scholarly journals POLICY SERIES: ADDRESSING LONELINESS AMONG OLDER ADULTS THROUGH RESEARCH, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, AND A NEW FEDERAL POLICY AGENDA

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S600-S600
Author(s):  
Erica Solway ◽  
Brian W Lindberg
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Life Expectancy ◽  
San Francisco ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Community Programs ◽  
Socially Isolated ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Millions of older adults experience feelings of loneliness. A growing body of research has found that chronic loneliness can impact memory, physical well-being, mental health, and life expectancy rivaling the impact on health outcomes of obesity and smoking. Loneliness has been found to impact memory, physical well-being, mental health, and life expectancy. In this session, GSA policy advisor Brian Lindberg will lead a data-driven discussion about who experiences loneliness and isolation and how we might create opportunities for connectedness through new areas of research, forward-thinking policies, and innovative community programs. Presenters include Erica Solway, associate director for the National Poll on Healthy Aging, who will highlight results from a poll conducted in October 2018 among a nationally representative sample of adults age 50 to 80 which found that more than one in three respondents felt a lack of companionships and more than one in four felt socially isolated. Then Catherine Spensley, Director of the Senior Division at Felton Institute, will describe lessons learned in developing and delivering culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and services that foster community and social connections among socially isolated, low income older adults in San Francisco. Finally, Andrew MacPherson, Principal at Healthsperien, LLC, and Director of the Coalition to End Social Isolation & Loneliness will describe stakeholder efforts to advocate for federal legislative and regulatory policy options to address the epidemic including increased funding for and access to supportive services, health care, technology, and public and private research initiatives.

scholarly journals Healthy Fathers, Healthy Kids: Feasibility of a Father-focused Childhood Obesity Prevention Program for Low-income Families with Preschool Aged Children (OR13-03-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy Mobley ◽  
Kim Gans ◽  
Kari Adamsons ◽  
Tania Huedo-Medina
Keyword(s):  
Childhood Obesity ◽  
Obesity Prevention ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Prevention Program ◽  
Comparison Group ◽  
Childhood Obesity Prevention ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Obesity Prevention Program ◽  
Preschool Aged Children

Abstract Objectives The purpose of this pilot study was to determine feasibility of recruitment and retention of low-income fathers of preschool aged children in a childhood obesity prevention program (Healthy Fathers, Healthy Kids), based on process evaluation data, to improve paternal food-related parenting practices, mealtime behaviors and father and child nutrition and physical activity behaviors. Methods Father and child dyads (n = 45) were enrolled in an 8 session (2 hours/session) community-based intervention including nutrition and parent education with between-session technology enhancements. Dyads were assigned within groups to intervention (n = 31) or a delayed comparison group (n = 14). Assessments were conducted at pre and post including a subset of data from cohabiting mothers (n = 27) to assess moderating influences on outcomes. Results Of the fathers in the intervention group, 87% (27 out of 31) were retained in the program and of those remaining, 93% (25 out of 27) attended at least one session and 63% (17 out of 27) attended the majority of sessions (at least four sessions). The majority of fathers (81%) (22 out of 27) completed at least one post-program assessment. None of the fathers in the comparison group participated in the program intervention because of the 6–8 week planned delay. Retaining fathers in the delayed comparison group for intervention delivery, conducting 24 hour dietary recalls, and implementation of technology enhancements during the program for intervention fathers proved difficult. Conclusions While fathers remain an underserved audience in childhood obesity prevention outreach efforts, some challenges persist in recruiting and retention. A community champion proved to be an invaluable resource. Additional suggestions for recruitment and retention will be discussed. Further research should explore the impact of father-focused programming on parent and child outcomes and determine best practices in using technology enhancements with fathers in a community setting. Funding Sources National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.

Recruitment of Low-wage Workers for a Time-sensitive Natural Experiment to Evaluate a Minimum Wage Policy: Challenges and Lessons Learned

Field Methods ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1525822X2098596
Author(s):  
Amy Shanafelt ◽  
Claire Sadeghzadeh ◽  
Leah Chapman ◽  
Molly De Marco ◽  
Lisa Harnack ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Minimum Wage ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Natural Experiments ◽  
Wage Policy ◽  
Recruitment Methods ◽  
Observational Cohort ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Participant Screening ◽  
The Impact

Natural experiments are often used for answering research questions in which randomization is implausible. Effective recruitment strategies are well documented for observational cohort studies and clinical trials, unlike recruitment methods for time-sensitive natural experiments. In this time-sensitive study of the impact of a minimum wage policy, we aimed to recruit 900 low-wage workers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Raleigh, North Carolina. We present our recruitment strategies, challenges, and successes for participant screening and enrollment of a difficult-to-reach population.

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