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CARES Mobile Health Clinic

Bringing Care, Education and Innovation to Our Communities

The Radford University CARES (Community, Access, Resources, Education, and Service) Mobile Health Clinic (MHC) is an innovative, faculty-led, student-run initiative that delivers high-quality, compassionate care directly to communities across both Roanoke and New River Valleys and Southwest Virginia. CARES MHC integrates education, service, and research by creating a living classroom where students gain hands-on experience while addressing real healthcare needs and challenges. Through strong partnerships with local organizations, CARES MHC expands healthcare and mental health access to rural and underserved areas.

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Our Mission

To improve community health outcomes while educating and empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals through experiential, interprofessional care delivery.

Our Services

  • Preventive Health Screenings – Blood pressure, glucose, BMI, and risk assessments
  • Maternal & Women’s Health Screening – Prenatal and postpartum support initiatives
  • Health Education – Chronic disease prevention and self-management
  • Mental Health – Screenings and direct connection to services and resources
  • Community Outreach and Navigation – Connection to local healthcare and social resources
  • Interprofessional Care Experiences – Collaborative service delivery involving nursing and allied health sciences faculty and students

For Students

CARES MHC provides students with real-world clinical experiences that strengthen skills in patient-centered care, community and population health, interprofessional collaboration, and leadership in healthcare delivery.

For Community Members

The CARES MHC brings services directly into the community to reduce barriers such as transportation, cost, and access. We welcome individuals, families, and communities seeking preventive care, health education, and connection to local resources.

For Community Partners

CARES MHC collaborates with community organizations and healthcare providers to expand access to care, support innovative pilot programs, and strengthen workforce development pipelines. Interested in partnering?
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Clinic Schedule and Locations

Summer Large-Scale Interprofessional Events

  • June 20-21, 2026 | Juneteenth Health is Freedom Community Health Symposium, Melrose Plaza | Roanoke
  • July 10-11, 2026 | Move Mountains Medical – The Health Wagon | Wise, VA
  • July 23, 2026 | Back-to-School Physicals | Radford Public Library

Fall 2026 Community-Based Events

  • September 9 | New River Valley Community Services (NRVCS), Radford
  • September 17 | Radford Public Library
  • September 19 | Henry Street Festival, Elmwood Park, Roanoke (in planning)
  • September 23 | Town of Rich Creek
  • October 1 | Food City, Radford
  • October 7 | NRVCS, Radford
  • October 15 | Radford Public Library
  • October 21 | Town of Rich Creek
  • November 4 | Radford Public Library
  • November 12 | Hokie Employee Wellness Physicals, Blacksburg
  • November 19 | Hokie Employee Wellness Physicals, Blacksburg

Additional events may be added depending on faculty availability, student participation, and community partner capacity.

Research and Innovation

CARES MHC serves as a platform for applied research and innovation in community-based care delivery, including rural health access, maternal health equity, and interprofessional education models.

University Contact Information

Amanda Hudgins, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Email: ajhudgins@radford.edu or CARESMHC@radford.edu
Phone: TBD

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