The purpose of this study is to assess the extent to which LDL report increased adherence with COVID 19 mitigation practices 1 month post intervention.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
359
This group will have three core components to be delivered at the corner by trained data collectors. Interactive dialogue component that incorporates popular education activities aimed at developing social cohesion among LDLs, building awareness about COVID-19 risks and protective behaviors and developing a plan of action to reduce their and their peers' risk for COVID-19 transmission. Navigation Component will consist of providing information and linking LDLs with social service providers that can help buffer some of the social and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the "Multiplicador de salud"/Health Multiplier component that builds from the theoretical and practice-based method of mobilizing social networks and social support, defined as encouraging social networks to provide informational, emotional, appraisal, and instrumental support as cited in the Taxonomy of Behavior Change Methods.
This group will receive a COVID-19 prevention flyer and social resources list only
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas, United States
Number of Participants Compliant With COVID Vaccination Guidelines as Assessed by a Survey
Measure of compliance with COVID vaccination guidelines.
Time frame: Baseline
Number of Participants Compliant With COVID Vaccination Guidelines as Assessed by a Survey
Post test measure of compliance with COVID vaccination guidelines.
Time frame: 4 weeks post intervention
Mask Wearing Frequency as Assessed by a Survey
Mask Wearing frequency is reported as a score, ranging from 1-4, with a higher score indicating greater mask wearing frequency.
Time frame: Baseline
Mask Wearing Frequency as Assessed by a Survey
Mask Wearing frequency is reported as a score, ranging from 1-4, with a higher score indicating greater mask wearing frequency.
Time frame: 4 weeks post intervention
Percentage of Participants Who Contacted an Agency About the Gold Card
Percentage of participants who reported contacting a local community or health agency to request the Gold Card a local medical insurance for low income individuals living in Harris County.
Time frame: 4 weeks post intervention
Percentage of Participants Who Reported Contacting the Agency for Assistance to Get Food
Percentage of participants who reported seeking food assistance from a local community organization.
Time frame: 4 weeks post intervention
Percentage of Participants Who Reported Contacting the Agency for Assistance With Health Care Resources
Percentage of participants who reported seeking medical assistance or health advice from a local clinic or community organization.
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Participants will have a 10 - 15 minute "booster' session about a week after engaging in the small group intervention. They will be contacted by phone and the booster will consist of brief prompts to engage participants in a discussion to encourage them to act on their personal commitments to protect themselves and others against COVID. They will also be encouraged to seek COVID related resources based on the information provided during the small group intervention.
Time frame: 4 weeks post intervention