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An innovative home-based interdisciplinary service-learning experience.

Andrew McWilliams¹, Cherie Rosemond, Ellen Roberts

¹University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Center for Aging and Health, 261A MacNider, CB 7550, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA. andrew_mcwilliams@med.unc.edu

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The University of North Carolina Mobile Student Health Action Coalition (MSHAC) program effectively supports community-dwelling elders with complex needs through interdisciplinary student home visits. This service-learning model enhances student education and community engagement.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Medical Education
Community Health

Background:

Isolated elders with complex medical and social issues face significant challenges.
Academic institutions can play a vital role in supporting vulnerable elder populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of the University of North Carolina Mobile Student Health Action Coalition (UNC MSHAC) program.
To assess the program's impact on student learning and elder well-being.

Main Methods:

A voluntary, interdisciplinary service-learning program involving graduate health professional students.
Monthly home visits to community-dwelling elders with complex health and social needs.
Mentorship provided by clinical faculty and local community retirees.

Main Results:

The UNC MSHAC program demonstrated effectiveness through qualitative and quantitative evaluation.
The program successfully complements academic curricula and is satisfactory for participating students.
The initiative serves as a valuable model for academic institutions engaging with local elder communities.

Conclusions:

The UNC MSHAC program is an effective service-learning model for elder care.
The program benefits students by providing practical experience and enhances the well-being of participating elders.
Academic institutions can successfully integrate community service into health professional education.