[Research Opportunity] New Frailty Self-Management Health Coach Study

New Frailty Self-Management Health Coach Study

LOOKING FOR PARTICIPANTS AND VOLUNTEERS

New Frailty Self-Management Health Coach Study Starting in March 2023

Self-Management BC is launching a new study in the Fraser Health Region to evaluate the effectiveness of peer coaches using self-management strategies and the Canadian AVOID Strategy to slow down and/or prevent the progression of frailty in older adults.

To Participate as Participants

Who can participate?

• Seniors 65+ with fluency in English and
• Living in the Fraser Health Region
• Concerned about becoming frail
• Have one or more chronic health conditions
• Able to give consent
• Have access to computer, internet, and a telephone
• Willing to commit to being in the study for 5 months

To Volunteer as Health Coaches

Health coaches will:

• Receive training
• Not Needed to be residing in the Fraser Health Region
• Be paired with a study participant
• Provide a 45-minute weekly telephone call for 13 weeks
• Provide support, encouragement, and empower the participants towards health enhancing actions.

For more information about the study and eligibility requirements, or if you are interested in volunteering as a Frailty Health Coach, contact:

Gurpreet Sandhu, Study Coordinator at 604-946-0195.

Dr. Grace Park

Regional Medical Director

Home Health, Specialized Community Health Services – Complex Medical/Frail

Regional Medical Director

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)

Physician Lead for Clinical Planning NHSCC

Fraser Health Authority

C) 778 240 0295

Admin Assistant: Nicole Mohan (nicole.mohan@fraserhealth.ca)