A student home visiting program for vulnerable, community-dwelling older adults

Area of Science:

• Community Health Nursing
• Geriatric Care
• Public Health Initiatives

Background:

• Vulnerable older adults living in the community face unique health challenges.
• Baccalaureate nursing programs seek innovative approaches to provide holistic care.
• Home visiting programs offer a promising avenue for geriatric health support.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the implementation of a student home visiting program.
• To evaluate the experience of a baccalaureate community health nursing program.
• To assess the outcomes of home visits for vulnerable older adults.

Main Methods:

• Program planning and development by a community health nursing program.
• Implementation of student-led home visits for elderly participants.
• Description of program background, planning, implementation, and outcomes.

Main Results:

• The student home visiting program was successfully implemented.
• The program provided valuable experience for nursing students.
• The initiative addressed the needs of vulnerable community-dwelling older adults.

Conclusions:

• Student-led home visiting programs are feasible and beneficial for older adults.
• Community health nursing programs can effectively integrate practical experiences.
• This model supports improved health outcomes for vulnerable geriatric populations.