Recruitment and Retention Techniques for Developing Faith-Based Research Partnerships, New York City, 2009–2012

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• Journal Article:
  Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD)
• Personal Author:
  Hippolyte, Jessica M. ; Phillips-Caesar, Erica G. ; Winston, Ginger J. ; Charlson, Mary E. ; Peterson, Janey C.
• Description:
  Background
  
  Faith-based organizations are recognized as an influential venue for behavioral health interventions. However, less is known about efficient approaches for identifying and recruiting these organizations and about the processes that enable successful partnership.
  
  Community Context
  
  In 2007, 66% of Latinos and 70% of blacks in New York City reported being overweight or obese. Project SCALE (Small Changes and Lasting Effects) is a 5-year randomized behavioral weight loss intervention trial aimed to help black and Latino adults lose weight by making small changes in eating behaviors and daily leisure physical activity. The study partnered with faith-based organizations.
  
  Methods
  
  Faith-based organizations were identified primarily through direct referrals. Recruitment consisted of screening faith-based organizations, establishing a memorandum of understanding, and intervention modification. Partnership maintenance occurred primarily via progress meetings.
  
  Outcomes
  
  We identified processes that supported and impeded study recruitment and retention. Obtaining leadership support and using group orientation sessions were successful recruitment and retention processes. A balance must be found between leadership, advocacy, and causing members to feel pressured to participate in the study.
  
  Interpretation
  
  Behavioral health interventions implemented in faith-based organizations can reduce health disparities. However, researchers must determine whether faith-based organizations have the capacity to partner in intensive interventions. Focusing on the establishment of strong partnerships at the onset will help ensure that mutual objectives are achieved and sustained long-term.
  
  
• Subjects:
  Adult Christianity Community-Based Participatory Research Community-Institutional Relations Community Case Studies Consumer Participation Faith-Based Organizations Female Health Promotion Humans Male Patient Selection Program Development

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• Source:
  Prev Chronic Dis. 10.
• ISSN:
  1545-1151
• Document Type:
  Journal Article
• Place as Subject:
  New York City, NY
• Location:
  North America
• Volume:
  10
• Collection(s):
  Preventing Chronic Disease
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