<![CDATA[Influenza is a serious public health concern, particularly among the elderly, who have a higher morbidity and death rate due to age-related immunological decline. Despite the availability of influenza vaccinations, coverage in Indonesia is relatively low, owing mostly to a lack of knowledge and misconceptions about the need for vaccination. This community service held in Kubu Village, Bangli, intended to increase understanding and acceptance of influenza vaccination among 50 older adults through interactive education and free vaccination services. Using the ADDIE approach, the program included organised health education, semi-structured interviews, and a systematic vaccination procedure that comprised registration, screening, immunisation, and tracking. The findings revealed more knowledge and awareness, fewer misunderstandings, and a greater desire to vaccinate among the elderly. Trust in healthcare personnel, reassurance from clear communication, and the presence of respected community figures were all important predictors of vaccination uptake. The program demonstrated that combining educational interventions with direct access to vaccination services can reduce barriers related to accessibility and uncertainty among older adults. The collaborative involvement also strengthened community engagement and facilitated smoother program implementation. These findings highlight the importance of integrating health education with practical service delivery in community settings to achieve sustainable improvements in vaccination coverage. This community service emphasises the need to integrate information, trust-building, and supportive immunization experiences to improve uptake. Community-based vaccination initiatives like this one can serve as successful models for improving influenza prevention and promoting public health resilience in resource-constrained contexts, and encourage government policies to expand vaccination among elderly.]]>
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