Translating an Intervention to Address Chronic Pain Among Home Care Workers
Home care workers (HCWs) are at-risk for chronic pain and associated problems, including emotional distress, opioid use and misuse, and work-related disability. To address these issues, the proposed study will adapt an established peer-led and supportive group program to address the needs of HCWs with chronic pain. The new program, named COMPASS for Navigating Pain (COMPASS-NP), will integrate work-based injury protections with pain education and cognitive-behavioral therapy strategies for pain self-management in order to reduce pain interference with HCWs' work and life, and advance their safety, health, and well-being.
• 18 years (adults)
• Employed as a home care worker
• Has chronic pain (pain lasting 3+ months and \> 4 average intensity)
• The presence of pain interference with work (response of 'agree' or 'strongly agree' on single-item)
• Currently working 4 hours or more per week
• Access to the internet with a video capable device (e.g., smart phone, tablet, or computer)