Plan to Thrive: Extending Cancer Survivorship Care Beyond the Clinic

Plan to Thrive: Extending Cancer Survivorship Care Beyond the Clinic Using a Smartphone-enabled Monitoring, Navigation and Tailored Intervention Program

The purpose of this study is to test the usability of the Plan To Thrive smartphone application with cancer survivors. This study will involve three visits (baseline, follow-up, and feedback assessments). Between the baseline and follow-up time points, patients will undergo a 90-day period in which they will engage with app content. It is hypothesized that cancer survivors in this study will find the smartphone application, Plan to Thrive, an acceptable and feasible way to access post-treatment information. In addition, the investigators will explore preliminary efficacy by examining changes over time in primary (patient activation, patient knowledge and adherence to follow-up care recommendations and health behaviors) and secondary outcomes [symptom burden, health-related quality of life and patient satisfaction].

INCLUSION CRITERIA:

• At least 18 years of age or older
• Prior history of cancer
• Completion of primary cancer treatment (i.e., surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation; but can be receiving hormonal treatment)
• Have an e-mail account and reliable broadband access to the Internet
• Able to read, understand, and speak English sufficiently to understand study questionnaires and consent form

EXCLUSION CRITERIA:

• Has a medical condition with a life expectancy of fewer than 12 months
• Physical or cognitive disability that would prohibit them from participating in study procedures
• Having prior inpatient psychiatric treatment, or overt signs of, severe psychopathology (e.g., psychosis, substance dependence, suicidality)