Program to help older adults with malnutrition after hospital
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a plan that connects hospital care to community nutrition help for older adults who are at risk for poor nutrition. It may help improve malnutrition outcomes by linking you to a registered dietitian and local food support after you go home.
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Who can take part
- You speak English or Spanish
- You were screened as at risk for malnutrition
- You have food insecurity based on a food security screening tool
- A registered dietitian (RDN) is involved or you were referred to one
- You have a malnutrition diagnosis as defined by AAIM
- You plan to go home after discharge and you may be eligible for Title III-C1 or Title III-C2 nutrition services
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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