Clinical research does not have to take place only in traditional research institutions. Some of the most meaningful opportunities to advance behavioral healthcare can come from community settings where people receive treatment every day.
Bringing Research into Real-World Treatment Settings
Support for Organizations New to Research
Starting a clinical research program can seem complicated, particularly for an organization that has never conducted a study before. VRG works with sites to help make that transition more manageable. This support can give treatment centers and their staff an opportunity to develop familiarity with research processes while incorporating clinical research activities into their organization.
Opportunities to Participate in Different Types of Research
VRG supports a range of clinical trials involving new treatments and approaches. Research opportunities may involve:
- New therapies
- New service programs
- Different types of technology
- Medication treatments and regimen’s
VRG also supports trials sponsored by federal entities and industry, as well as investigator-initiated trials.
This range of opportunities allows participating organizations to consider research that aligns with their interests, capabilities, and the populations they serve.
Potential Benefits for Sites and Investigators
Participation in research can provide benefits that extend beyond the individual study.
VRG identifies several potential benefits for organizations that participate in its research opportunities, including training related to clinical processes, assessments, outcome measures, and clinical standards. These skills may also have value within an organization’s routine clinical practice.
Participating sites may also gain access to new medicines or treatment initiatives and experts in the field. VRG states that financial and/or resource support is available for trials in which a site chooses to participate.
For organizations interested in building their research capabilities, these opportunities can provide an additional way for staff to engage with clinical research while continuing to provide services to their communities.