Poverty checkups: can a support worker boost family income and cut stress?

NCT ID NCT05091957

First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tests whether a Community Support Worker who helps low-income families with young children apply for benefits and tax credits can increase family income, reduce parenting stress, and improve child health. About 80 parents of children under 3 who struggle to make ends meet will be randomly assigned to get this help or usual care. The goal is to see if linking health care with social services makes a real difference.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Queen's Family Health Team

    RECRUITING

    Kingston, Ontario, K7L 5E9, Canada

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