Peer Navigator Education for Breast Cancer Survivorship

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byKimlin Ashing-Giwa

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: City of Hope Medical Center

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This randomized clinical trial studies peer navigator education in improving survivorship care in African American breast cancer survivors. An educational intervention involving peer groups may help to improve the well-being and quality of life (QOL) in breast cancer survivors

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for African American breast cancer survivors who are 1-12 months post-treatment for stage 0-3 cancer, over 18 years old, and receive care through an HMO. It's not for those with metastatic or a second primary cancer, nor for individuals with major medical conditions like severe anxiety, depression, or substance abuse issues.

Inclusion Criteria

I finished my breast cancer treatment 1-12 months ago.

I have metastatic cancer or a second primary cancer.

Receiving health care primarily through a health maintenance organization (HMO)

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Exclusion Criteria

If you have a serious medical or mental health condition, such as anxiety, depression, or problems with alcohol or tobacco, you will not be able to participate.

Treatment Details

Interventions

Peer Navigator Education (Behavioural Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe study tests if peer navigator education can improve the quality of life in these survivors. Participants will be randomly placed into groups where they'll receive educational sessions and counseling from peers to help manage their survivorship care.

Participant Groups

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Arm I (PN and ACS material)Experimental Treatment5 Interventions

Participants receive 4 PN sessions tailored to their needs followed by a 6 month booster session and ACS materials.

Group II: Arm II (ACS material)Active Control4 Interventions

Participants receive ACS materials only.