An integrated mixed methods approach to clarifying delivery, receipt and potential benefits of CHW-facilitated social support in a health promotion intervention.
Maia IngramKiera CoulterKevin DoubledayCynthia EspinozaFloribella RedondoAda M Wilkinson-LeeAbby M LohrScott C CarvajalPublished in: BMC health services research (2021)
Study findings suggest that CHWs may be adept at providing non-directive social support based on their interaction with a client rather than a health outcome objective. Health promotion interventions should allow CHWs the flexibility to tailor provision of social support based on their assessment of client needs.