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A systematic evaluation of the "I Can Cope" program using a national sample

S C McMillan1, M B Tittle, D Hill

  • 1Oncology Nursing Program, University of South Florida College of Nursing, Tampa.

Oncology Nursing Forum
|April 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

The American Cancer Society's "I Can Cope" (ICC) program, aiding cancer patients and families, underwent its first national evaluation. Results are informing program revisions to improve cancer coping resources.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Health Education
  • Program Evaluation

Background:

  • The "I Can Cope" (ICC) program, offered by the American Cancer Society (ACS) since 1979, provides resources for cancer patients, families, and friends.
  • Despite its long history, ICC had not undergone a comprehensive national evaluation prior to this study.
  • A national evaluation was initiated to gather data on various aspects of the ICC program.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct the first national evaluation of the "I Can Cope" (ICC) program.
  • To collect data across eight key areas: demographics, class format, objectives, content, materials, facilitator training, implementation, and evaluation.
  • To inform necessary revisions and improvements for the ICC program.

Main Methods:

  • Data collection occurred in 1991 across 49 states.

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  • Surveys were administered to 219 ICC facilitators, 241 ACS staff members, and 973 ICC participants.
  • The evaluation focused on eight distinct program components.

    • Main Results:

    • Comprehensive data were gathered from a large, multi-state sample of facilitators, staff, and participants.
    • The evaluation covered critical program elements including content, delivery, and participant demographics.
    • Findings from this evaluation are currently guiding program revisions.

    Conclusions:

    • The national evaluation provided essential data for the first time on the "I Can Cope" program.
    • Results are being utilized to revise and enhance the ICC program to better support individuals affected by cancer.
    • This systematic evaluation is crucial for the ongoing improvement of cancer support services.