The DIIMentoring Project was launched in 2020 by APDI (Portuguese Association of Inflammatory Bowel Disease) as an informal support and mentoring program for people with IBD, connecting individuals recently diagnosed with IBD (mentees) with experienced patients (mentors). This structured program aimed to promote effective disease self-management and the improvement of quality of life (QoL). The main objective of this work is to evaluate the program’s impact across various QoL dimensions and to estimate its effect on disease control.
The DIIMentoring Project improved quality of life, emotional health, and disease control among people living with inflammatory bowel disease. Developed by APDI and evaluated by MOAI Consulting, the programme shows how patient associations and peer support can complement clinical care and help patients manage the challenges of a chronic condition.
