A program of Vanderbilt Center for Health Services, the Student Community Health Coalition involves AmeriCorps members in service to senior citizens in 13 middle Tennessee counties. Our objectives include improving the daily living environment through minor home repairs and engaging seniors in activities to prevent diseases associated with aging. Many of these seniors are challenged by disabilities. The word 'health' is understood and accepted to mean 'freedom from disease' by the Student Community Health Coalition. More broadly stated, this means physical and mental well-being, encompassing social, political, economic, environmental, and educational factors. With this in mind, the goals of the Student Community Health Coalition involve the improvement of community health care. Project methods utilize a multidisciplinary approach that involves medical services, special projects, and community workers. The VKC UCEDD provides training for AmeriCorps members serving this project.
Terri Urbano, Ph.D., M.P.H., R.N., (615) 322-4999
615-322-8240, kc@vanderbilt.edu
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