Senior Health Promotion Center
The Senior Health Promotion Center, located in Lincoln, provides nursing services to older adults. Sponsored by UNMC College of Nursing and Aging Partners, the Senior Health Promotion Center is staffed every Thursday by students of the College of Nursing to receive real life community health nursing experiences as part of a course instructed by Rita Antonson, RN, MSN, GNP. Students have the opportunity to expand their nursing skills while providing elderly patients with prevention services.
Services provided in the clinic include:
- Foot Care
- Ear Wax Removal
- Blood Glucose Screenings
- Cholesterol Screenings
- Blood Pressure Screenings
- Health Promotion Education
- Flu shot clinic
Community Collaboration
The College of Nursing continues a tradition of providing health fairs and screening events for underserved populations across the State of Nebraska. Partnering with local healthcare, faith-based, and community organizations, the College of Nursing is able to provide high-quality health services to a variety of populations in Nebraska.
Grants and Opportunities for Partnership
Nursing faculty are continually seeking new partnerships for community-based activities across Nebraska. For additional information on upcoming projects or to seek a partnership with the College of Nursing, please contact Dr. Kate Fiandt, Associate Dean of Transformational Practice and Partnerships.