ConnectedNest: a Digital Platform Connecting Individuals With Cancer to Social Care
Running, not enrolling · Phase 2
Conditions studied: Cancer
In brief
Social determinants of health (SDoH) such as housing instability, food insecurity, and financial burden largely shape the health and well-being of individuals, create health inequities, and drive a large portion of avoidable adverse health outcomes and healthcare costs. With new advancements in treatment and rising out-of-pocket expenses, individuals facing cancer are especially vulnerable to the adverse effects of SDoH. To address these barriers, a novel solution is needed to support oncology patients, clinical teams, and community-based organizations (CBOs) across the cancer continuum. In a Phase I contract award, XanthosHealth developed ConnectedNest, a novel electronic social care referral platform to screen for SDoH needs and connect individuals with cancer to social and community services provided by CBOs while engaging the oncology team in the SDoH referral process. Through additional funding, a pilot study was completed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in partnership with Minnesota Cancer Alliance, involving the collaboration of 14 CBOs focused on cancer. 50 cancer survivors from these CBOs were enrolled to utilize the ConnectedNest platform for a 90-day duration. Our study involved the collection and analysis of crucial metrics related to patient and CBO engagement, SDoH needs, and the volume of feasible social care referrals. In Phase II, the technical features and integration capabilities of ConnectedNest will be enhanced based on learnings in Phase I and completed pilot study. The platform will be implemented and tested among patients seen at multiple oncology clinics, evaluating health outcomes of patients who use the platform.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT06559228
- Run by
- University of Minnesota
- People needed
- 400
- Starts
- 2025-06-12
- Expected to finish
- 2026-08-15
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-05-08
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Adults, age 18 and over
- undergoing active cancer therapy or in survivorship
- must be able to read and write in English
- Seen in a participating Minnesota oncology clinic
You may not qualify if…
- Children
Where it is running
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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