Mujeres Fuertes y Corazones Saludables: adaptation of the StrongWomen —healthy hearts program for rural Latinas using an intervention mapping approach

BMC Public Health

Research Article

Hannah-Dulya K. Menelas¹  Rebecca A. Seguin¹  Judy P. Ward¹  Christie Jackson²  Jean C. McCalmont³  Cynthia K. Perry³  Emma Solanki³  Jazmyne R. De Witz⁴ 

[1] Division of Nutritional Sciences, Cornell University, 412 Savage Hall, Ithaca, NY, USA;Portland State University, SW Broadway, 1825, Portland, OR, USA;School of Nursing Oregon Health & Science University, 3455 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd, Portland, OR, USA;University of Portland, N Willamette Blvd, 5000, Portland, OR, USA;

关键词: Health promotion;    Rural;    Health behavior;    Latina;   

DOI  :  10.1186/s12889-017-4842-2

 received in 2017-07-04, accepted in 2017-10-09,  发布年份 2017

来源: Springer

【 摘 要 】

ObjectiveTo describe our use of intervention mapping as a systematic method to adapt an evidence-based physical activity and nutrition program to reflect the needs of rural Latinas.MethodsAn intervention mapping process involving six steps guided the adaptation of an evidence based physical activity and nutrition program, using a community-based participatory research approach. We partnered with a community advisory board of rural Latinas throughout the adaptation process.ResultsA needs assessment and logic models were used to ascertain which program was the best fit for adaptation. Once identified, we collaborated with one of the developers of the original program (StrongWomen - Healthy Hearts) during the adaptation process. First, essential theoretical methods and program elements were identified, and additional elements were added or adapted. Next, we reviewed and made changes to reflect the community and cultural context of the practical applications, intervention strategies, program curriculum, materials, and participant information. Finally, we planned for the implementation and evaluation of the adapted program, Mujeres Fuertes y Corazones Saludables, within the context of the rural community. A pilot study will be conducted with overweight, sedentary, middle-aged, Spanish-speaking Latinas. Outcome measures will assess change in weight, physical fitness, physical activity, and nutrition behavior.ConclusionsThe intervention mapping process was feasible and provided a systematic approach to balance fit and fidelity in the adaptation of an evidence-based program. Collaboration with community members ensured that the components of the curriculum that were adapted were culturally appropriate and relevant within the local community context.

【 授权许可】

CC BY   
© The Author(s). 2017