Summary:
In vulnerable populations with diabetes, leveraging social needs assessment (SNA) with an intensive Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (iDSMES) program significantly improved diabetes self-management outcomes compared to standard primary care intervention, though it was associated with challenges in addressing complex socioeconomic barriers.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Resource-challenged, diverse populations with diabetes receiving care at St. Vincent’s House Clinic in Galveston, Texas. |
| Intervention | Comprehensive implementation of standardized social needs assessment and an intensive Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (iDSMES) program. |
| Comparison | Standard primary care interventions without a structured social needs assessment or iDSMES program. |
| Outcome | The program improved diabetes self-management practices, identified unmet social needs, and addressed barriers related to socioeconomic conditions. Challenges included resource limitations and overcoming systemic barriers to care. |
Source: Odoi, Jennifer, et al. “Leveraging Social Needs Assessments to Eliminate Barriers to Diabetes Self-Management in a Vulnerable Population.” Read article here.