Developing an Implementation Fidelity Measure for a Family Healthy Weight Program

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Examines strategies to conduct a direct observation method to measure implementation fidelity in a micropolitan/rural community-based family healthy weight program (FHWP). Discusses the process of hiring and training community members as direct observers, utility and quality of this methodology, and potential usefulness of developing an implementation fidelity measure for assessing future programs in rural or geographically dispersed areas.

Caitlin A. Golden, Paul A. Estabrooks, Kate A. Heelan, et al.

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 22, 53

05/2025

Community engagement and volunteerism · Evaluation methods and resources · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention