UCSD RELINK: Connecting Adults To Supportive Services

Launched by VICTORIA D. OJEDA · Nov 1, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

The UCSD RELINK trial is a research study designed to help adults who have had involvement with the justice system improve their access to healthcare services. The main goal of this study is to find out which teaching methods work best for these individuals to understand and use health services effectively. Participants will either work with a health coach in 12 sessions or complete an online training course over 12 weeks. The study will look at whether these methods make it easier for people to get health insurance and continue using health services over time.

To join the trial, you need to be at least 18 years old, live in San Diego County, and have been involved with the justice system in the last three years, like being on probation or parole. You should also be able to understand English and have access to a cell phone. Throughout the study, participants will fill out surveys at six months and one year to help researchers see how well the program works. This is a great opportunity for eligible individuals to gain valuable knowledge and support for their health needs.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
• • 2. Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
• • 3. Persons, aged 18 and over
• • 4. Resident of San Diego County
• • 5. Not incarcerated at time of enrollment
• • 6. Justice involved in the past 3 years (on parole, probation, court diverted)
• • 7. Understands English
• • 8. Access to a cell phone
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Under the age of 18 years old
• • 2. Not a resident of San Diego County
• • 3. Incarcerated at enrollment
• • 4. Not justice-involved within the last 3 years (i.e., not on probation or parole or was court-diverted in the past 3 years)
• • 5. No access to a cell phone
• • 6. Cannot provide informed consent
• • 7. Does not understand English
• • 8. Previously enrolled in the pilot UCSD RELINK program
• • 9. Adults who have current or prior convictions related to sexual violence/abuse (Penal Code \[PC\] 290), lewd acts with a child (PC 288), child abduction (PC 280), or arson (PC 451)