Older Adult Services and Strategies.

Catalog description

This course is an introduction and exploration of the older adult service continuum within the context of changing diverse societal needs, service availability and accessibility, current public policy, and administrative and management issues facing older adults. A multidisciplinary examination of the spectrum of services and programs targeted for older adults and their families. Includes agency information and referral processes, recreational and social options, housing alternatives, in-home, residential and skilled care options, health care eligibility criteria, funding sources, and protective services. Service Learning may be required.