From: Development of a complex intervention to test the effectiveness of peer support in type 2 diabetes
INTERVENTION COMPONENT | PRECLINICAL | PHASE 1 | PHASE 2 | DEFINITIVE INTERVENTION |
---|---|---|---|---|
Peer supporters | No formal professional training | To be selected by GPs and PNs | 4 peer supporters identified by GPs and PNs | Inclusion criteria: • Identified by GPs and PNs • Have type 2 diabetes for 1 year min • Adherent to diabetes regieme • Understand concept of confidentiality • Liaise with PN/GP if unanticipated problems |
 |  | Inclusion/exclusion criteria considered |  |  |
Peer support training | Non specific training | 2 training sessions | 2 training sessions- interactive | • 2 training sessions conducted by PN and GP • Conducted locally • Training sessions focused on materials to be used at group meetings • Resource pack/handbook |
 |  | Content: basics of diabetes, lifestyle and medication issues, communication skills | Peer supporters handbook |  |
Retention and support for peer supporters |  | Support for peer supporters vital | Project manager contacted peer supporters following each meeting | Structures in place to ensure retention of peer supporters: • Feasible time commitment to the project • Outline of responsibilities/peer support policy • Adequate training • Resource pack • Contact details and explicit support from the project team and GP/practice nurse • Telephone call from project manager following each session • Annual social event/education session • Travel and related expenses |
 |  | Volunteer (no formal payment) | Support from each other at training sessions and focus group following intervention |  |
Peer meetings |  | 7 patients per group | Duration 1–1.5 hours | • 9 peer support meetings per group in 2 years of intervention, held in general practice • 7 patients per group • 10 minute structured component for beginning of each meeting • Any unanswered questions (FAQ) feedback to research team at the end of each session and answers discussed at next session |
 |  | 3 meetings | Meeting held in general practice |  |
 |  |  | Frequently asked questions (FAQ) |  |