COACH Family Healthy Weight Study
Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center are conducting a 12-month study to help families of children with obesity build healthy habits together. Your family will work with a care team including a doctor, nutritionist, and community resource counselor.
Fast Facts
Children aged 5–17 with obesity
Parent/guardian able to attend 12 months of visits and willing to make healthy changes
Compensation
up to $200
Conducted in
Louisiana
Additional Information
COACH is a study designed to help children ages 5-17 with obesity and their parent or caregiver improve their health through participation in a family healthy weight program.
Your family may be eligible for this study if your child meets the following criteria.
- Children aged 5–17 living with obesity
- Parent/legal guardian able to attend study visits with the child
- Willing to make healthy changes
- Comfortable speaking and reading English
Overall Duration
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You will be in the study for about 12-months
Study Visits
- 4 visits with your child’s doctor
- 4 visits with a community resource counselor
- Up to 16 visits with a nutritionist, plus check-in calls
- 2 visits with a study team member to measure your child’s height, weight, and complete surveys
- Access to the COACH website’s interactive learning
Families may receive up to $200 for participating. You’ll also receive 2 weight scales and incentive items for participating.
Visits may be billed to your health insurance. We recommend contacting your insurance provider using the number on your insurance card to better understand your coverage and any potential costs associated with participating in the study. The study team is available to help answer questions and assist you with navigating your insurance coverage, if needed.