scholarly journals Implementing Community-Engaged Participatory Research Methods in a Study of Cree Women’s Wellness: Describing Recruitment Processes and Outcomes

Spectrum ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nitya Khetarpal ◽  
Luwana Listener ◽  
Richard Oster ◽  
Sue Ross ◽  
Cora Voyageur
Keyword(s):  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Careful Attention ◽  
Large Community ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
Mature Women ◽  
Firm Basis ◽  
Time Planning ◽  
Participatory Research Methods ◽  
Sharing Circles

Background: In 2017, the Sohkitehew Group was funded to undertake research to identify wellness strategies adopted by mature women as they age in the rural Cree community of Maskwacis, Alberta. We describe our recruitment processes and outcomes for events from July 2017 to June 2018, the first phase of this research. Methodology: Data gathered from minutes of 36 Sohkitehew Working Group and two Elders Advisory Committee meetings were used to identify recruitment strategies, event characteristics and recruitment outcomes for two large community events and three Sharing Circles. Results:1. Recruitment strategies: Strategies were similar for community events and Sharing Circles: event posters were displayed throughout Maskwacis, and advertisements were broadcast by Hawk Radio and appeared in Band newsletters.2. Event Characteristics: Settings included a large community gymnasium for large events, and smaller community venues in different Bands for Sharing Circles. Traditional/cultural protocols were addressed by smudging meeting spaces, inviting community Elders to attend all events, and saying prayers. Healthy lunches were provided.3. Event attendance: The two larger community events attracted 96, and 37 participants, respectively. Sharing Circle attendance ranged from 8 to 23 participants. Conclusion: Recruitment strategies succeeded for the Sohkitehew events in Maskwacis. Prior trusting and respectful relationships with the community established over several years provided a firm basis for this research. Successful recruitment efforts required time, planning, flexibility, and careful attention to culture and tradition to meet objectives to attract participants. Similar strategies may be successful in other rural Indigenous communities if tailored for the specific needs and expectations of individual communities.

scholarly journals RECRUITING FAMILY CAREGIVERS OF PERSONS LIVING WITH DEMENTIA FOR PARTICIPATION IN AN ONLINE INTERVENTION

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S592-S592
Author(s):  
Glenna Brewster ◽  
Fayron Epps ◽  
Rachel Nash ◽  
Patricia Griffiths ◽  
Janice Phillips ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Online Intervention ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Community Partnership ◽  
Research Centers ◽  
Disease Research ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
Handshake Protocol ◽  
Research Studies

Abstract Responsibilities of caregiving for persons living with dementia make it challenging to participate in in-person research studies. Caregivers may be more willing to participate in studies that are online. This presentation will highlight recruitment strategies of a 4-site telehealth caregiver intervention for caregivers of persons living with dementia. Thus far, we have recruited 596 participants over the period of 2 years: 76, 189, 164 and 167 from each of the sites, respectively. Community partnership strategies such as presentations at churches and events organized by the Alzheimer’s Association, and the Alzheimer’s Disease Research centers, using a handshake protocol, and using social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter have all been effective at recruiting participants. Ongoing communication among the staff at different sites is also an important aspect of successful recruitment. These strategies have enabled recruitment to continue at a consistent rate and enabled the maintenance of relationships within the community.

Recruitment lessons learned from a tailored web-based health intervention Project Y.E.A.H. (Young Adults Eating and Active for Health)

2015 ◽  
Vol 115 (5) ◽  
pp. 470-479 ◽  
Author(s):  
Onikia Brown ◽  
Virginia Quick ◽  
Sarah Colby ◽  
Geoffrey Greene ◽  
Tanya M. Horacek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Community Based Participatory Research ◽  
Health Intervention ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Recruitment Strategy ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Recruitment Methods ◽  
Successful Recruitment

Purpose – Recruiting college students for research studies can be challenging. The purpose of this paper is to describe the lessons learned in the various recruitment strategies used for enrolling college students in a theory-based, tailored, and web-delivered health intervention at 13 US universities. Design/methodology/approach – The community-based participatory research (CBPR) model was used to develop a staged-tailored, web-based, randomized control trial, focussing on eating behavior, physical activity, and stress management. Participant feedback during baseline assessments was used to evaluate recruitment strategies. Findings – Findings from this feedback suggest that traditional recruitment strategies, such as newspaper ads and flyers, may not be the best approach for recruiting college students; instead, web-based efforts proved to be a better recruitment strategy. Research limitations/implications – This project included results from 13 US universities and thus may not be generalizable: more research is needed to determine successful recruitment methods for 18-24 years old college students. Originality/value – This paper lessens the gap regarding successful recruitment strategies for 18-24 years old college students.

Recruiting Community-Dwelling Elderly at Risk for Physical Disability into Exercise Research

2003 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-241 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcia S. Marx ◽  
Jiska Cohen-Mansfield ◽  
Jack M. Guralnik
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Physical Disability ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Initial Contact ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Elderly Adults ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
Study Participants

The article describes the process of identifying 100 community-dwelling elderly adults at risk for physical disability, yet not functionally disabled, for participation in a research project to develop appropriate exercise programs for at-risk elderly. Over a period of 14 months, initial contact was made with 941 older adults, 11% of whom (101 people) were eligible for and willing to complete all stages of the study protocol. The most successful recruitment strategies were a mass mailing followed by a telephone call and advertising in a newspaper with a large circulation (rather than a local paper). Aspects of the recruitment and retention of study participants are discussed.

Promoting Teacher Quality and Continuity: Tackling the Disadvantages of Remote Indigenous Schools in the Northern Territory

2012 ◽  
Vol 56 (2) ◽  
pp. 110-125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inga Brasche ◽  
Ingrid Harrington
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Quality ◽  
Effective Teachers ◽  
Indigenous Education ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Northern Territory ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Causal Factors ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Cultural Isolation ◽  
Education Delivery

The complexity associated with reducing inequality in Indigenous education incorporates a multitude of causal factors. Issues associated with education delivery and outcomes in remote Indigenous communities are endemic nationally, yet the communities of the Northern Territory are uniquely disadvantaged due to their geographical and cultural isolation. By looking at the factors affecting the quality and continuity of teachers in remote Indigenous communities, as well as the need for institutional collaboration, targeted recruitment strategies and a reorientation of expectations, this article will consider one strategy developed in order to recruit and retain effective teachers in these communities.

Successful Recruitment Strategies for School-Based Health Promotion: Experiences from CATCH

1994 ◽  
Vol 64 (10) ◽  
pp. 405-409 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leslie A. Lytle ◽  
Carolyn C. Johnson ◽  
Kathryn Bachman ◽  
Kathleen Wambsgans ◽  
Cheryl L. Perry ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
School Based

scholarly journals Recruitment of HIV-Positive Women in Research: Discussing Barriers, Facilitators, and Research Personnel’s Knowledge

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-65 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mona R Loutfy ◽  
Logan Kennedy V ◽  
Saira Mohammed ◽  
Wei Wu ◽  
Marvelous Muchenje ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research Topic ◽  
Hiv Disclosure ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Research Personnel ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
Hiv Positive Women ◽  
Availability Constraints ◽  
Recruitment Barriers

Background : Women have historically been under-represented in HIV research, partly due to ineffective recruitment strategies. Objective : To improve the existing understanding of recruitment for HIV-positive women based on a province-wide cross-sectional study. Methods : A survey was emailed to all site coordinators who recruited participants in a study involving 490 HIV-positive women living in Ontario, Canada. The survey consisted of questions regarding the important recruitment barriers and successes. Quantitative data were then contextualized within extensive knowledge from research personnel and team members. Results : Completed surveys were received from (89%) site coordinators (34/38) and 98% (31/34) were women. The highest ranked recruitment barriers identified were: sensitivity of the research topic (59%), time/availability constraints (59%), language barriers (53%), HIV disclosure/stigma issues (47%), lack of trust of research personnel (41%), fear of research (41%) and inaccessibility to child care and transportation (41%). The respondents felt that the most important personal attributes for recruitment were research personnel who were respectful (97%), skilled (91%), flexible (88%) and empathetic (88%) and had good communication skills (88%). The most successful recruitment strategies identified were: developing a strong rapport (88%) that was facilitated by an empathetic relationship (100%), acknowledging the sensitive nature of the research topic (94%), providing cash financial compensation (88%), and developing recruitment strategies unique to women (88%). Conclusion : There are differences in the approaches needed for the recruitment of HIV-positive women in research. For successful recruitment of HIV-positive women, a strong rapport between the research personnel and study participants is important. This rapport is facilitated by having study personnel who are respectful, trustworthy, empathetic, and flexible. Population-specific recruitment strategies are important to ensure adequate recruitment of minority groups in research with greater gender consideration for women requiring specific attention.

Segmenting a general practitioner market to improve recruitment outcomes

2011 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Hemphill ◽  
Carol T. Kulik
Keyword(s):  
General Practitioner ◽  
Latent Class ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
The Other ◽  
Recruitment Strategy ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Or Practice ◽  
General Practices ◽  
Single Cohort

Recruitment is an ongoing challenge in the health industry with general practitioner (GP) shortages in many areas beyond rural and Indigenous communities. This paper suggests a marketing solution that identifies different segments of the GP market for recruitment strategy development. In February 2008, 96 GPs in Australia responded to a mail questionnaire (of which 85 questionnaires were useable). A total of 350 GPs were sent the questionnaire. Respondents considered small sets of attributes in the decision to accept a new job at a general practice and selected the most and least important attribute from each set. We identified latent class clusters (cohorts) of GPs from the most–least important data. Three cohorts were found in the GP market, distinguishing practitioners who emphasised job, family or practice attributes in their decision to join a practice. Few significant demographic differences exist between the cohorts. A segmented GP market suggests two alternative recruitment strategies. One option is for general practices to target members of a single cohort (family-, job-, or practice-focussed GPs). The other option is for general practices to diversify their recruitment strategies to target all three cohorts (family-, job- and practice-focussed GPs). A single brand (practice) can have multiple advertising strategies with each strategy involving advertising activities targeting a particular consumer segment. What is known about the topic? Recruitment is an ongoing challenge in the health industry. A wide range of government strategies and incentives have sought to increase GP numbers in areas of need, especially rural and Indigenous communities. However, declining GP to patient ratios in such sectors suggest new recruitment strategies are needed. To know how effective new strategies might be, it would also be useful to know whether practices have already adopted such strategies in their recruitment advertising. What does this paper add? This paper reports results from an empirical study showing that the overall GP market can be segmented into cohorts of GPs who similarly value attributes of a GP position. The research finds three discrete cohorts in the GP market: practitioners who have job, family or practice dominant preferences. This finding can be used to improve GP recruitment by designing recruitment strategies targeting the cohorts. The study also demonstrates that rural (and urban) practices have, either intentionally or unintentionally, been attracting only one of the three GP cohorts. What are the implications for practitioners? A segmented GP market suggests two alternative strategies. One option is for general practices to design recruiting strategies that target members of a single cohort (family-, job-, or practice-focussed GPs). The other option suggested by our research is for general practices to diversify their recruitment strategies to target all three cohorts (family-, job- and practice-focussed GPs).

Challenges to and strategies for recruiting chronic care dyads into intervention research

2019 ◽  
pp. 174239531986943
Author(s):  
Carol J Whitlatch ◽  
Silvia Orsulic-Jeras ◽  
Justin Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Illness ◽  
Psychosocial Intervention ◽  
Chronic Care ◽  
Community Partnerships ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Recruitment Strategies ◽  
Staff Turnover ◽  
Efficient Manner ◽  
Successful Recruitment ◽  
Site Staff

Objectives Recruiting and enrolling appropriate participants into research trials for chronic illness populations can be challenging and time intensive. Successful recruitment requires a variety of strategies that may change as the study progresses. This paper reports on the challenges of and actions taken for recruiting and enrolling into research families living with chronic illnesses. Methods We draw on our experiences from over 20 years of research enrolling older adults and their family caregivers (care dyads) into psychosocial research trials. Barriers and actions taken to challenges of recruiting care dyads are presented that can help future investigators meet their recruitment goals in a timely and efficient manner. Results Despite efforts of an Advisory Committee, numerous community partnerships, and other attempts to boost enrollment, our recruitment goals were not met. Barriers to meeting these goals are described (e.g. partner site staff turnover, lack of site “champion”) and potential actions taken. Discussion This paper examines the challenges experienced recruiting appropriate chronic illness dyads into a psychosocial intervention as well as the various recruitment strategies that were used in an attempt to reach recruitment goals.

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