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International Journal of Behavioral Medicine

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01-06-2015

A Community-Based Partnership to Promote Exercise Among Cancer Survivors: Lessons Learned

Authors: Bernardine M. Pinto, Marissa Waldemore, Rochelle Rosen

Published in: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine | Issue 3/2015

Abstract

Purpose

We conducted a randomized controlled trial in partnership with a community-based organization (CBO) to examine the effects of peer mentoring to promote exercise among cancer survivors. At the end of the trial, to prepare for future program implementation on a larger scale, we obtained input from the CBO on the key elements that influenced the decision to collaborate, facilitators and challenges during the trial, and recommendations for program marketing.

Methods

Structured telephone interviews were conducted with ten stakeholders at various job levels within the CBO. Notes of the interviews were coded, and themes were extracted independently by two study members.

Results

Five themes were identified: costs of the partnership, its benefits, importance of communication, match of the trial goals with the CBO’s mission, and achieving a balance between research and job tasks. Techniques to address these themes and improve implementation of the program are described.

Conclusions

The themes identified can guide evidence-based programs in planning implementation that involves partnerships with CBOs.

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Title: A Community-Based Partnership to Promote Exercise Among Cancer Survivors: Lessons Learned
Authors: Bernardine M. Pinto
Marissa Waldemore
Rochelle Rosen
Publication date: 01-06-2015
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: International Journal of Behavioral Medicine / Issue 3/2015
Print ISSN: 1070-5503
Electronic ISSN: 1532-7558
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12529-014-9395-5

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A Community-Based Partnership to Promote Exercise Among Cancer Survivors: Lessons Learned

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Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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