DEVELOPING A MODEL FOR COLLEGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERING IN RESPITE CARE
2024
Model for College Student Volunteering in Respite Care
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Author Information
Author(s): Rodriguez-Galan Marta
Primary Institution: St. John Fisher University
Hypothesis
The study aims to evaluate college student volunteers' learning on aging and caregiving through a pilot program.
Conclusion
Students challenge their initial attitudes on aging and gain knowledge about caregiving and cultural competency through the volunteering program.
Supporting Evidence
- Students challenged their initial attitudes on aging.
- Students gained knowledge about caregiving and cultural competency.
Takeaway
College students learned more about aging and caregiving by volunteering, which helped them change their views and understand different cultures.
Methodology
The study used Kogan’s attitudes towards older people scale, student reflections, and bi-weekly debrief sessions to assess learning.
Participant Demographics
College students participating in a volunteer program.
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