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Evidence-based Clearinghouse
Welcome to the Aging Texas Well (ATW) Clearinghouse for evidence-based practices, a public resource database of national and state level evidence-based information and research. The ATW Clearinghouse evolved from the ATW initiative that began in 1997 and was formalized under Executive Order RP 42 in 2005. The website supports RP 42 and the activities of the Texas Healthy Lifestyle (TXHL) grant demonstration project and evidence-based programs throughout Texas.
In addition to including evidence-based practices, the ATW Clearinghouse features emerging practices in Texas and throughout the nation. Emerging practices are those which are currently being evaluated for evidence of effectiveness.
The ATW Clearinghouse offers researchers, practitioners, and individuals an opportunity to work collaboratively to identify, develop, and promote the adoption of evidence-based practices.
The information contained in the ATW Clearinghouse is used to support evidence-based practices as well as emerging practices. Topics are organized around the 16 ATW life areas. The interventions and programs adopted and promoted by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) are included in the ATW Clearinghouse. The clearinghouse guideline for evidence-based practices is taken from NCOA and includes practices that are based on evidence generated by scientific studies published in peer-reviewed journals.
The ATW Clearinghouse provides research syntheses and direct links to evidence-based practices and resources that inform the development of evidence-based practices in Texas or elsewhere in the nation.
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Results
107 resources found.
| 1. | A Matter of BalanceA Matter of Balance, Volunteer Lay Leader Model, emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels... more information |
| 2. | AARPAgeLine® focuses exclusively on the population aged 50+ and issues of aging... more information |
| 3. | Academic Center for Evidence-Based Nursing (ACE) Evidence-Based Practice (EVP) ResourcesAcademic Center for Evidence-based Practice (ACE) is part of the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Nursing... more information |
| 4. | Active ChoicesActive Choices is a six-month physical activity program that helps individuals learn essential self-management strategies to become and stay more physically active, with a focus on individualizing the program to each person's needs and preferences... more information |
| 5. | Active Living Every Day (ALED)Active Living Every Day (ALED) uses facilitated group-based problem solving methods to integrate physical activity into everyday living... more information |
| 6. | Age-LineAgeLine® focuses exclusively on the population aged 50+ and issues of aging... more information |
| 7. | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is the United States' premier evidence-based practice agency... more information |
| 8. | Alcohol Behavioral Couple Therapy (ABCT)Alcohol Behavioral Couple Therapy (ABCT) is an outpatient treatment for individuals with alcohol use disorders and their intimate partners... more information |
| 9. | Alzheimer Association Evidence-Based PracticesThe Alzheimer's Diseases Supportive Services Program (ADSSP) has a National Resource Center which provides technical assistance to states developing and implementing community-based services for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias... more information |
| 10. | Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) (Emerging Evidence-Based Program)ASIST is a standardized and customizable two-day, two trainer, workshop designed for of all caregiving groups... more information |
| 11. | Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP)Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP) is a water exercise program created by the Arthritis Foundation for people with arthritis and related conditions... more information |
| 12. | Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP)Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (AFEP) (formerly People with Arthritis Can exercise or PACE) is a community-based recreational exercise program developed by the Arthritis Foundation... more information |
| 13. | Arthritis Self-Management (Self-Help) ProgramThe Arthritis Self-Management Program, also known as the Arthritis Self-Help Course, was the first patient education program developed by the Stanford Patient Education Center... more information |
| 14. | Behavioral Activities Intervention (BE-ACTIV) (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)BE-ACTIV is a 10-week, behavioral, activities-based intervention for depression that can be implemented in nursing homes collaboratively with nursing home activities staff... more information |
| 15. | Behavioral Couples Therapy (BCT) for Alcoholism and Drug AbuseBehavioral Couples Therapy for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (BCT) is a substance abuse treatment approach based on the assumptions that (1) intimate partners can reward abstinence and (2) reducing relationship distress lessens risk for relapse... more information |
| 16. | Better Bones and Balance (Emerging Evidence-based Practice)This is a strength and stepping exercise class designed to reduce the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures... more information |
| 17. | BRIDGE ModelThe Bridge Model (Bridge) is a social work based transitional care model designed for older adults discharged home from an inpatient hospital stay... more information |
| 18. | Brief Intervention & Treatment for Elders (BRITE) See SBIRTSubstance abuse screening and intervention program for community-dwelling older adults who are at-risk for and/or experiencing substance abuse problems... more information |
| 19. | Brief Marijuana Dependence Counseling (BMDC)Brief Marijuana Dependence Counseling (BMDC)is a 12-week intervention designed to treat adults with a diagnosis of cannabis dependence... more information |
| 20. | Care Transitions Intervention Program (CTI)The Care Transitions Intervention is designed to address the care needs of individuals who are age 65 or older, have had hospital admissions for non-psychiatric-related conditions, live in the community, reside within prescribed geographical areas to enable home visits, have a working telephone and have a condition that typically required post-discharge SNF or home health Care or intensive medication management... more information |
| 21. | Caregiver TeleconnectionThe Caregiver TeleConnection program is a multil-faceted bi-lingual, culturally appropriate approach that supports caregivers through technology (tele-learning) and interaction... more information |
| 22. | Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) was developed by the Stanford Patient Education Research Center, is designed for individuals with various chronic diseases... more information |
| 23. | Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP)The Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP) is a two and a half hoursworkshop that is held once a week, for six weeks in community settings such as senior centers, churches, libraries, and hospitals... more information |
| 24. | Cocaine-Specific Coping Skills Training (CST)Cocaine-Specific Coping Skills Training (CST), an adaptation of a treatment approach used for alcoholism, teaches cocaine users how to identify high-risk situations associated with past episodes of cocaine use and modify their behavior to avoid or counteract those influences in the future... more information |
| 25. | CogniFitCogniFit brain training products include: CogniFit® Featured Products CogniFit cognitive training applications combine the latest discoveries in neuroscience with advanced technology and communication techniques... more information |
| 26. | Cognitive Behavioral Social Skills Training (CBSST)Cognitive Behavioral Social Skills Training (CBSST) is a program for middle-aged and older individuals in the community with chronic schizophrenia... more information |
| 27. | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Late-Life Depression (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for late-life depression... more information |
| 28. | Community Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers of Patients with DementiaThe Community Stress-Busting Program provides family caregivers with information about stress (particularly stress associated with caregiving), how to deal with the stress through relaxation and problem solving, and how to care for themselves while caregiving for a loved one with dementia... more information |
| 29. | Community Trials Intervention to Reduce High-Risk DrinkingCommunity Trials Intervention To Reduce High-Risk Drinking is a multicomponent, community-based program developed to alter alcohol use patterns and related problems of people of all ages... more information |
| 30. | Coping with Work and Family StressCoping With Work and Family Stress is a workplace prevention intervention designed to teach employees (18 years and older) how to deal with stressors at work and at home... more information |
| 31. | Critical Time Intervention (CTI)Critical Time Intervention (CTI) is designed to prevent recurrent homelessness and other adverse outcomes among persons with severe mental illness... more information |
| 32. | Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP)The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) was developed to provide community residents with the tools to manage their diabetes in order to reduce complications and to lead healthier, longer lives... more information |
| 33. | Diabetes Self-Management for Mexican American AdultsThe Diabetes Self Management Program is a community-based culturally tailored program designed for Spanish speaking adults of Mexican descent... more information |
| 34. | Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP)The Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is given in two and a half hours, once a week for six weeks in community settings such as churches, community centers, libraries and hospitals... more information |
| 35. | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach with two key characteristics: 1... more information |
| 36. | Drinker's Check-Up (DCU)Drinker's Check-Up (DCU) is a computer-based brief intervention designed to help problem drinkers reduce their alcohol use and alcohol-related consequences... more information |
| 37. | Eat Better and Move More: A Community-Based Program Designed to Improve Diets and Increase Exercise among Older AmericansThe Eat Better and Move More program is designed to encourage older adults to eat healthier and increase their physical activity by walking... more information |
| 38. | EnhanceFitnessEnhanceFitness EnhanceFitness (formerly Lifetime Fitness Program), is a low-cost, highly adaptable exercise program offering levels that are challenging enough for active older adults and levels that are safe enough for the unfit or near frail... more information |
| 39. | EnhanceWellnessEnhanceWellness is an individualized, motivational self-care program that supports encourages older adults to make health behavior changes... more information |
| 40. | Experience Corp (Emerging Evidence-based Practice)Experience Corps is a ... more information |
| 41. | First Step to Active HealthThe First Step to Active Health is an evidence-based, step-by-step activity program... more information |
| 42. | Fit and Strong!Fit and Strong! is a community-based physical activity/behavior change intervention offering stretching, balance, aerobic and endurance exercises... more information |
| 43. | Functional Adaptation Skills Training (FAST)Functional Adaptation Skills Training (FAST) is an intervention for adult patients 40 years and older living in board-and-care facilities who have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder... more information |
| 44. | Geriatric Resources for Assessment and Care of Elders (GRACE)The Geriatric Resources for Assessment and Care of Elders (GRACE) model of primary care for low-income seniors and their primary care physicians (PCPs) was developed to improve the quality of geriatric care to optimize health and functional status, decrease excess healthcare use, and prevent long-term nursing home placement... more information |
| 45. | Guide to Community Preventive ServicesThe Guide to Community Preventive Services is a resource to help you choose programs and policies to improve health and prevent disease in your community... more information |
| 46. | Harvest HealthHarvest Health is an interdisciplinary collaboration between an Area Agency for Aging, a senior center, a health care provider, and a research institution... more information |
| 47. | Health Education Program or the Telephone Education ProgramThe Health Education program is focused on caregivers of chronically ill older adults... more information |
| 48. | Healthy Changes: A Community-Based Diabetes Education and Support ProgramHealthy Changes is funded by the Administration on Aging "Evidence-Based Prevention Program for Older Adults... more information |
| 49. | Healthy Eating for Successful Living in Older AdultsHealthy Eating for Successful Living in Older Adults is an educational and support program designed to assist older adults in the self-management of their nutritional health... more information |
| 50. | Healthy IDEAS (Identifying Depression, Empowering Activities for Seniors)Healthy IDEAS is a service delivery model that trains existing agency case management staff to identify and address depression in at risk elderly... more information |
| 51. | Healthy Moves for Aging WellHealthy Moves for Aging Well (HM) is a simple and safe, evidence-based physical activity program designed to enhance health outcomes for frail, high-risk, and diverse older adults receiving services in the home... more information |
| 52. | Healthy WorkplaceHealthy Workplace is a set of substance abuse prevention interventions for the workplace that are designed for workers who are not substance-dependent and still have the power to make choices about their substance use... more information |
| 53. | HomeMeds (also know as the Medication Management Improvement System) (HomeMeds/MMIS)The HomeMedsSMMedication Management Improvement System (HomeMeds/MMIS) was adapted by Partners in Care Foundation addresses medication problems among freail older adults using criteria developed by an expert panel to address four problem types... more information |
| 54. | IMPACT: Bringing Team Care to Late-Life DepressionIMPACT (Improving Mood-Promoting Access to Collaborative Treatment) is an intervention for patients 60 years or older who have major depression or dysthymic disorder... more information |
| 55. | Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) is an adaptation of Motivational Interviewing (MI) that includes one or more client feedback sessions for feedback to be presented and discussed in a nonconfrontational manner... more information |
| 56. | Motivational Interviewing (MI)Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a goal-directed, client-centered counseling style that aims for behavioral change by helping clients to explore and resolve ambivalence... more information |
| 57. | National Council on Aging (NCOA)NCOA Center for "Healthy Aging: Model Health Programs for Communities" provides information on health topics, community programs, coalitions and resources... more information |
| 58. | National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP)Sponsored by Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), NREPP is a searchable database of interventions for the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders... more information |
| 59. | Network TherapyNetwork Therapyis a substance-abuse treatment approach that engages members of a patient's social support network to support abstinence... more information |
| 60. | New York University Caregiver Intervention (NYUCI)New York University Caregiver Intervention (NYUCI) is a counseling and support intervention for spouse caregivers to improve the well-being of caregivers and delay the nursing home placement of patients with Alzheimer's disease... more information |
| 61. | OASISOASIS is a national not-for-profit organization focused on people 50 and older... more information |
| 62. | Otago Exercise ProgramThis is an individually tailored falls prevention exercise program that is delivered in participants' homes... more information |
| 63. | Pathways' Housing First ProgramHousing First, a program developed by Pathways to Housing, Inc... more information |
| 64. | PEARLS (Program to Encourage Active Rewarding Lives for Seniors)PEARLS is a highly effective method designed to reduce depressive symptoms and improve quality of life in older adults and in all-age adults with epilepsy... more information |
| 65. | Positive Self-Management Program for HIV (PSMP) and Manejando su Salud con VIH/SIDAThe Positive Self-Management Program (PSMP) is a two and a half hour workshop for people with HIV... more information |
| 66. | Powerful Tools for CaregiversPowerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) and all materials were developed over 3 years of pilot testing, refinement and evaluative research to assess the program's effectiveness... more information |
| 67. | Prevention and Management of Alcohol Problems in Older Adults: A Brief InterventionThe Prevention and Management of Alcohol Problems in Older Adults: A Brief Intervention approach is designed specifically for an older adult population and relies on concepts of motivational interviewing to enhance participants' commitment to change their behavior... more information |
| 68. | PRISM-Exyz... more information |
| 69. | Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) features a comprehensive and seamless service delivery system and integrated Medicare and Medicaid financing... more information |
| 70. | Progressively Lowered Stress Threshold (PLST) Psychoeducation InterventionThe progressively lowered stress threshold (PLST) model developed by Hall and Buckwalter (1987) provides the foundation for a psychoeducation intervention to assist formal and informal caregivers in the understanding behaviors and planning care for persons with dementia (PWD)... more information |
| 71. | Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress DisordersProlonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorders is a cognitive-behavioral treatment program for adult men and women who have experienced single or multiple/continuous traumas and have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)... more information |
| 72. | PROSPECT (Prevention of Suicide in Primary Care Elderly: Collaborative Trial)PROSPECT (Prevention of Suicide in Primary Care Elderly: Collaborative Trial) aims to prevent suicide among older primary care patients by reducing suicidal ideation and depression... more information |
| 73. | RE-AIMRE-AIM is a framework and a set of criteria for evaluating interventions that are intended to eventually be broadly implemented or widely adopted... more information |
| 74. | Reducing Disability in Alzheimer's Disease (RDAD)The RDAD intervention is a caregiver education program that combines exercise training with teaching caregivers how to manage dementia-related behavior problems in persons with Alzheimer's disease... more information |
| 75. | Relapse Prevention Therapy (RPT)Relapse Prevention Therapy (RPT) is a behavioral self-control program that teaches individuals with substance addiction how to anticipate and cope with the potential for relapse... more information |
| 76. | Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health II (REACH II)Resources for Enhancing Alzheimer's Caregiver Health II (REACH II) is a multi-component psychosocial and behavioral training program for caregivers of patients with Alzheimer's disease or a related form of dementia... more information |
| 77. | Rosalynn Carter Institute for CaregivingThis on-line resource includes an Evidence Based Interventions Resource Center with names of caregiving programs, program discriptions and outcomes of the evidence-based research... more information |
| 78. | SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)A strength and balance fitness class developed in Washinton for older adults that includes education on preventing falls... more information |
| 79. | Savvy CaregiverSavvy Caregiver is intended to train families and others for the role they face as caregiver for a relative or friend with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia... more information |
| 80. | Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated, public health approach to the delivery of early intervention and treatment services for persons with substance use disorders, as well as those who are at risk of developing these disorders... more information |
| 81. | SeniorWISE (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)SeniorWISE, a research project based at the University of Texas at Austin, School of Nursing, was designed to enhance memory function in community-dwelling adults over the age of 65... more information |
| 82. | Social Work Leadership Institute (SWLI) at the New York Academy of MedicineThe Social Work Leadership Institute (SWLI) at the New York Academy of Medicine is a national program that supports healthy aging through the evidence database on aging care (EDAC)... more information |
| 83. | Southern Illinois Rural Caregiver Telehealth ProjectThe Southern Illinois Rural Caregiver Telehealth Project is designed to meet the needs of informal caregivers in a rural areas... more information |
| 84. | Spanish Arthritis Self-Management Program (SASMP) (Curso de Manejo Personal de la Artritis)Programa de Manejo Personal de la Arthritis is an interactive workshop designed specifically for Spanish-speaking people with arthritis... more information |
| 85. | Spanish Diabetes Self-Management Program (SDSMP): Tomando Control de su DiabetesThe Spanish Diabetes Self-Management Program (SDSMP) is a community-based, peer-led program for individuals living with type 2 diabetes... more information |
| 86. | STAR Caregivers (STAR-C)The STAR-Caregivers program is a behavioral intervention to decrease depression and anxiety in individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their family caregivers... more information |
| 87. | Step by Step: Thoughtful Fall PreventionThe Step By Step Fall Prevention Program strives to incorporate a fall prevention program within the daily operation of senior centers by enhancing fall prevention-related knowledge and behavior and by building or enhancing relationships between senior centers and community and health care providers... more information |
| 88. | Stepping OnStepping On is a multifaceted falls-prevention program for the community-residing elderly... more information |
| 89. | Strategies for Cognitive Vitality: Live Well, Live LongStrategies for Cognitive Vitality: Live Well, Live Long, a seven-session program, introduces participants to basic physiological concepts of memory creation; characteristics of normal aging... more information |
| 90. | Stress-Busting Program for Family CaregiversThe Stress-Busting Program provides family caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias with information about stress (particularly stress associated with caregiving), how to deal with their stress through relaxation and problem solving, and how to care for themselves while caregiving for a loved with dementia... more information |
| 91. | Strong for LifeStrong for Life is a strengthening exercise program designed by physical therapists for frail homebound older adults to improve strength, balance, and overall health... more information |
| 92. | Tai Chi--Moving for Better Balance (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance was designed to develop a community evidence-based fall prevention program... more information |
| 93. | TCU (Texas Christian University) Mapping Enhanced CounselingTCU (Texas Christian University) Mapping-Enhanced Counseling is a communication and decision-making technique designed to support delivery of treatment services... more information |
| 94. | TEAMcareTEAMcare is a program designed to improve disease control in patients with diabetes and/or cardiovascular disease as well as to improve depressive symptoms, functioning and quality of life... more information |
| 95. | Telehealth Problem-Solving Therapy for Depressed Homebound Older AdultsOlder individuals with disabilities who cannot leave their homes are at increased risk of depression or depressive symptoms... more information |
| 96. | Texas Behavioral Health Clearinghouse (DSHS)The Provider Resource Room offers links to a variety of websites and resources that behavioral health providers may find useful... more information |
| 97. | Texas Quality MattersThe Texas Quality Matters website was developed by the Center for Policy and Innovation at the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services... more information |
| 98. | Texercise (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)Texercise is a statewide intergenerational health promotion and fitness program developed by DADS to educate and involve individuals and communities in physical activity and proper nutrition... more information |
| 99. | The Blueprint for Healthy Aging in New JerseyOn the Blueprint for Healthy Aging in New Jersey website, you will find the link for HealthEASE Evidence-Base Programs... more information |
| 100. | The Bridge ModelThe Bridge Model (Bridge) is a social work based transitional care model designed for older adults discharged home from an inpatient hospital stay... more information |
| 101. | The GRACE Model Geriatric Resources for Assessment and Care of EldersThe GRACE Model includes in-home comprehensive geriatric assessment by a nurse practitioner and social worker team... more information |
| 102. | Transtheoretical Model (TTM)-Based Stress ManagementThe Transtheoretical Model (TTM)-Based Stress Management Programtargets adults with stress management problems for 6 months or longer... more information |
| 103. | U.S. Health and Human Service Hispanic Elders' HealthFive federal agencies have collaborated to assist local communities develop coordinated strategies for improving the health and well-being of elderly Hispanics... more information |
| 104. | Walk with Ease (WWE) (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)Walk with Ease is a community-based, group walking program offered by the Arthritis Foundation... more information |
| 105. | Wellness Outreach at WorkWellness Outreach at Work provides comprehensive risk reduction services to workplace employees, offering cardiovascular and cancer risk screening and personalized follow-up health coaching to addresses alcohol and tobacco use... more information |
| 106. | WISEWOMAN- Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the NationThe WISEWOMAN program is administered through CDC's Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (DHDSP)... more information |
| 107. | Women Take Pride: A Program Designed to Help Women Over 60 Manage Heart Disease (Emerging Evidence-Based Practice)Women Take Pride addresses the unique problems that women, especially older women, face in managing their heart disease and adhering to their physicians' recommendations... more information |
Updated: April 12, 2013