The residents of senior-focused housing typify the phenomenon of aging-in-place. Older people are living longer than expected with a subsequent increase in health problems. However, with accessible health promotion and wellness services, these individuals are able to live independently for a longer period of time. This article will describe the background and implementation of the nurse-managed wellness clinic model developed by the faculty of the Duquesne University School of Nursing.
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