Salud y Vida 2.0: Enhancing Integrated Behavioral Health for Diabetics in the Rio Grande Valley

NCT ID: NCT04035395

Last Updated: 2019-08-02

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

353 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2016-09-29

Study Completion Date

2018-06-13

Brief Summary

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The purpose of this study is to implement a system of integrated health care that provides a continuum of care for those with diabetes. This study will use a randomized behavioral intervention trial experimental design to compare participants receiving the enhanced delivery of integrated behavioral care with nonparticipants receiving the usual care until after the study period, at which time they will be offered access to expansion services.

Detailed Description

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The Rio Grande Valley (RGV), located on the northern bank of the Rio Grande River that separates the United States from Mexico, is home to more than 1.2 million residents, representing about 5% of Texas' general population. The SyV 2.0 program focuses on the system of health care in the lower RGV, comprised of a predominantly Mexican American, low-income, underserved community with chronic disease rates and related mortality that exceed those in most other regions of the state and the nation. Based on a cohort study of 2,000 Mexican American adults from this region between 2003 to 2008 called the Cameron County Hispanic Cohort (CCHC), researchers estimated diabetes prevalence to be 31% and 81% of the population were either obese (49%) or overweight (32%). Residents in this region suffer from disproportionate health disparities that stem from extreme poverty (40% of families live below federal poverty line), lower levels of educational attainment (9.9 average years of education), and inadequate access to basic health care needs, income, and education.

The SyV 2.0 program is an expansion of SyV 1.0, a program for individuals with uncontrolled diabetes. Enhancement includes two major initiatives: clinical-based services and community-based services. Clinical based services will include medication therapy management for participants with low levels of medication adherence and care coordination which includes behavioral health services for participants who do not qualify for services with the mental health authority, but need behavioral health support. Community-based services will include peer led support groups and access to community-based lifestyle programs (capacity building cooking classes and an obesity awareness program). Clinical-based and community-based services will be directed by a multidisciplinary care team and will be customized to meet each participant's individualized needs.

The proposed study does not pose any major risks or dangers beyond what a normal physician visit would present. Benefits include improved control of chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, and obesity), a reduction in depression, increased access to behavioral healthcare services, and improved adult functioning and quality of life for current SyV 1.0 participants.

This study will contribute to the investigator's understanding of how to increase access to health care services and treatment among those individuals with diabetes, namely, low-income, Hispanic communities.

* This study was not funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It was funded by two Texas foundations, Methodist Healthcare Ministries and Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation.

Conditions

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Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Behavior, Health

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Participants
Participants were not told whether they had been randomized into the intervention or control group. However, when the participant was offered new intervention services, the participant could infer that they were part of the intervention group. Conversely, if a participant was only offered the standard intervention services, they could infer they were part of the control group.

Study Groups

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Intervention

Participants randomized to the intervention group will receive the SyV 2.0 program, which in addition to standard diabetes management services of SyV 1.0 services, could include MTM services, care coordination by a team of behavioral health care providers, and/or referrals to community-based lifestyle programs, as determined by their tailored care plan. The participant will be seen by evaluation staff to complete baseline assessment for the study. Then, an individualized care plan will be developed by SyV 1.0 interdisciplinary staff and reviewed by the chronic care case management team. The care plan will include information on additional services provided by UTHealth such as, but not limited to, behavioral health services, or pharmacy services. Each participant will receive an individualized care plan and when applicable, referrals to community-based programs. Evaluation staff and CHWs will make follow-up appointments for the participant depending on their care plan.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Peer-led Support Group

Intervention Type OTHER

The Viviendo Saludable pláticas (or talks) connected Salud y Vida participants living with diabetes together. These talks served as a forum for Salud y Vida participants to share their knowledge and experiences, including some that many health workers, friends, or family do not have. Viviendo Saludable helped participants develop better strategies for managing their diabetes in their daily life. The Viviendo Saludable pláticas complement and enhance the other services by helping participants create a network of emotional, social, and practical support needed to manage diabetes and stay healthy over the long term. Classes met once a week for one hour at locations central to participants' homes.

Behavioral Health Consult

Intervention Type OTHER

In a Behavioral Health consult, a participant meets with a counselor for one or more thorough meetings to talk about things that influence their health and well-being. A participant receiving a Behavioral Health consult receives support and is empowered with health coping skills that will allow for improved medication adherence and motivation to control their diabetes.

Medication Therapy Management Consult

Intervention Type OTHER

Medication Therapy Management helps participants and their doctors make sure that their medications are working to improve their health. In a Medication Therapy Management (MTM) consult, a pharmacist gives participants a comprehensive review of all their medications and speaks with them about 1) how well their medications are working, 2) whether their medications have side effects, 3) if there might be interactions between the drugs their taking, 4) whether costs can be lowered and 5) other problems participants are having. The participant will get a written summary of this discussion, including an action plan that recommends what can be done to make the best use of their medications.

La Cocina Alegre/ The Happy Kitchen

Intervention Type OTHER

The Happy Kitchen is a program where people come together to learn skills and self-sufficiency in preparing healthy, economical meals, laugh, cook, and enjoy food together. The cooking and nutrition program is an interactive 6-week series of classes, where the essential skills for healthy eating is taught and emphasis is placed on the selection and preparation of fresh, seasonal foods that are nutritious, economical, and delicious. Classes meet once a week for 1 ½ hours to cook, discuss, and learn together. All participants leave each class with recipes and groceries to practice new cooking skills.

Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it!

Intervention Type OTHER

MEND is a diet and exercise education program that helps families support their kids, ages 6-13, to reach a healthy weight. The program teaches adults and their children how to maintain energy and confidence throughout the day while learning how to cook healthy meals. Each program lasts 10 weeks and classes are 2 times per week. An adult must attend with the child.

Control

Participants randomized to the usual care group will receive the SyV 1.0 program which includes community based program referrals (excluding intervention programs) and home-based visits from CHWs. These participants will also receive the standard follow-up from UTHealth staff such as a phone call, an information session as per their treatment plan, and /or a onetime mailing of information about the importance of following their treatment plan. Before implementation begins, additional details about standard care will be ascertained from partner organizations to better understand how these differ from the treatment conditions of the intervention group. Once the participant completes 12 months in the study, 2.0 services will be initiated.

Group Type NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

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Peer-led Support Group

The Viviendo Saludable pláticas (or talks) connected Salud y Vida participants living with diabetes together. These talks served as a forum for Salud y Vida participants to share their knowledge and experiences, including some that many health workers, friends, or family do not have. Viviendo Saludable helped participants develop better strategies for managing their diabetes in their daily life. The Viviendo Saludable pláticas complement and enhance the other services by helping participants create a network of emotional, social, and practical support needed to manage diabetes and stay healthy over the long term. Classes met once a week for one hour at locations central to participants' homes.

Intervention Type OTHER

Behavioral Health Consult

In a Behavioral Health consult, a participant meets with a counselor for one or more thorough meetings to talk about things that influence their health and well-being. A participant receiving a Behavioral Health consult receives support and is empowered with health coping skills that will allow for improved medication adherence and motivation to control their diabetes.

Intervention Type OTHER

Medication Therapy Management Consult

Medication Therapy Management helps participants and their doctors make sure that their medications are working to improve their health. In a Medication Therapy Management (MTM) consult, a pharmacist gives participants a comprehensive review of all their medications and speaks with them about 1) how well their medications are working, 2) whether their medications have side effects, 3) if there might be interactions between the drugs their taking, 4) whether costs can be lowered and 5) other problems participants are having. The participant will get a written summary of this discussion, including an action plan that recommends what can be done to make the best use of their medications.

Intervention Type OTHER

La Cocina Alegre/ The Happy Kitchen

The Happy Kitchen is a program where people come together to learn skills and self-sufficiency in preparing healthy, economical meals, laugh, cook, and enjoy food together. The cooking and nutrition program is an interactive 6-week series of classes, where the essential skills for healthy eating is taught and emphasis is placed on the selection and preparation of fresh, seasonal foods that are nutritious, economical, and delicious. Classes meet once a week for 1 ½ hours to cook, discuss, and learn together. All participants leave each class with recipes and groceries to practice new cooking skills.

Intervention Type OTHER

Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it!

MEND is a diet and exercise education program that helps families support their kids, ages 6-13, to reach a healthy weight. The program teaches adults and their children how to maintain energy and confidence throughout the day while learning how to cook healthy meals. Each program lasts 10 weeks and classes are 2 times per week. An adult must attend with the child.

Intervention Type OTHER

Other Intervention Names

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Viviendo Saludable platicas

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Participants of the Salud y Vida (SyV) program who are patients at two specific clinics
* Reside in the lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas
* A diagnosis of poorly controlled diabetes (HbA1c greater than or equal to 9.0%)
* Enrollment in the SyV 1.0 services for a minimum of 6 months
* At 6 months still have uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c greater than or equal to 9.0%)

Exclusion Criteria

* Enrollment in another research study
* Does not speak either English or Spanish
* Immediate family member of current SyV 2.0 participant
* Not a registered patient at 1 of the 2 specified clinics
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

74 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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Health Resources in Action, Inc.

OTHER

Sponsor Role collaborator

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Belinda Reininger

Professor and Regional Dean

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Belinda M. Reininger, DrPH

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

References

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Fisher-Hoch SP, Vatcheva KP, Laing ST, Hossain MM, Rahbar MH, Hanis CL, Brown HS 3rd, Rentfro AR, Reininger BM, McCormick JB. Missed opportunities for diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, hypertension, and hypercholesterolemia in a Mexican American population, Cameron County Hispanic Cohort, 2003-2008. Prev Chronic Dis. 2012;9:110298. doi: 10.5888/pcd9.110298.

Reference Type BACKGROUND
PMID: 22863308 (View on PubMed)

Reininger BM, Lee M, Hessabi M, Mitchell-Bennett LA, Sifuentes MR, Guerra JA, Ayala CD, Xu T, Polletta V, Flynn A, Rahbar MH. Improved diabetes control among low-income Mexican Americans through community-clinical interventions: results of an RCT. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care. 2020 May;8(1):e000867. doi: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2019-000867.

Reference Type DERIVED
PMID: 32475836 (View on PubMed)

Related Links

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http://factfinder.census.gov/faces/tableservices/jsf/pages/productview.xhtml?pid=ACS_13_5YR_S0501&prodType=table

U.S. Census Bureau. (2013). 2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.

Other Identifiers

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HSC-SPH-16-0044

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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