Welcome to the LiveWell 2 Study!

What is the LiveWell 2 Study?

The LiveWell 2 Study is led by Dr. Anne Thorndike, an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School and a medical doctor, in collaboration with a team of researchers at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). The purpose of the study is to learn more about how a state program to help some people with food may influence people’s diet, stress, and health. People who participate in the study complete three surveys at the start of the study and again after 3 months and one year. Study participants can receive up to $300.

The LiveWell 2 study is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and has been approved by the Mass General Brigham Institutional Review Board (IRB). If you would like to speak to someone not involved in this research about your rights as a research subject, or any concerns or complaints you may have about the research, contact the Mass General Brigham IRB at (857) 282-1900.

Who is able to participate in the study?

You may be eligible to enroll if you meet the following criteria:

• You are enrolled in the Mass General Brigham Accountable Care Organization (ACO)

• You are 21-64 years of age

• You receive primary care at a practice or health center affiliated with either Massachusetts General Hospital or Brigham & Women’s Hospital

• You are eligible to receive nutrition services through the Health Related Social Needs Services program

Why did I receive a call and/or letter from the LiveWell 2 study team?

You received a call from the LiveWell 2 study team because you may meet the above criteria and may be eligible to participate. For completing all surveys, you will be compensated a total of $300. If you do not wish to be contacted by our study now or in the future, you may call us at (617) 724-7206 and let us know.

Where can I learn more about what I need to do for the study?

You can view or download the fact sheet from our website. The English version can be found here. The Spanish version can be found here. Please also refer to our Resources page to see all the forms we have made available for download.

You can also explore our Frequently Asked Questions page for additional information.

To find out more information or to speak with a study staff member, please call us at (617) 724-7206. Please leave a message with your name and call-back number, in case we are unable to answer the phone.