Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya
About This Grant
ABSTRACT HIV remains a major public health challenge in Kenya, with untreated depression complicating HIV care and impacting treatment adherence and viral suppression. Despite Kenya's success in meeting international HIV control targets to date, diagnosis and treatment of depression among people living with HIV (PLH) remains insufficiently addressed. Given the well-established adverse impacts of depression on HIV care outcomes, improving depression care is critically important to maintaining Kenya’s laudable progress in addressing their HIV epidemic. The 2022 Kenyan HIV Prevention and Treatment guidelines recommend at least annual use of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) for depression screening in HIV care settings, but only 52% of PLH in care had been screened in the last year according to national administrative data. Our long-term goal is to improve rates of equitable screening, referral, and treatment for depression among PLH in Kenya, thereby improving HIV care outcomes. The objective of this R36 application is to leverage implementation science approaches to evaluate the current utilization of PHQ-9 screening in HIV clinics in Kenya. This project aims to evaluate the utilization of PHQ-9 screening in Kenyan HIV clinics using the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance (RE-AIM) framework. This study will pursue three specific aims: (1) Estimate the prevalence of depression among PLH in Kenya and assess variations across key populations, clinic types, and geographic regions to inform targeted interventions. (2) Analyze the reach, effectiveness, and maintenance of PHQ-9 screening in government-funded HIV centers using electronic health record data, including evaluation of equity in screening based on demographic characteristics. (3) Conduct a qualitative evaluation of PHQ-9 implementation in three purposively selected HIV clinics in Kisumu, Kenya, exploring barriers and facilitators through in-depth interviews with purposively selected care providers. For aims 1 and 2, we will conduct quantitative analyses of nationally representative HIV program data. For aim 3, we will conduct qualitative, in-depth interviews with healthcare providers and staff at three selected HIV clinics in Kisumu, Kenya. This proposed research is highly significant because it aims to improve mental health integration into HIV care, enhance screening practices, and guide policy and program improvements, thereby advancing both mental health and HIV care outcomes in Kenya and potentially other African settings.
Grant Summary
Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya is a NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health grant providing up to $47K for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2028-05-31 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Not quite the right fit?
Search 9,000+ open grants, or get matches ranked for your organization — free.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $47K
2028-05-31
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health before the deadline.
Don't want to draft it yourself?
We'll draft the complete application against NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health's requirements, run a quality review, and email you a submission-ready PDF plus an editable Word doc within 5 business days. Most orders deliver in 24-48 hours. Flat $399, any grant size.
AI Requirement Analysis
Detailed requirements not yet analyzed
Have the NOFO? Paste it below for AI-powered requirement analysis.
Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya?
Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya is offered by NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health and is generally open to university, nonprofit, healthcare org. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya provide?
Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya provides up to $47K per award from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya deadline?
Applications for Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya are due 2028-05-31 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya?
To apply for Using RE-AIM to Assess the Implementation of Depression Screening in HIV Clinics in Kenya, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health.