SERVICES TO ELDERLY AND DISABLED

Catalog description

This course explores the social, psychological, and environmental factors affecting the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities. Through an interdisciplinary lens, students examine the challenges and strengths of these populations within diverse cultural and community contexts, with particular attention to rural settings. Topics include social policy, service delivery systems, legal and ethical issues, and intervention strategies that promote independence, dignity, and quality of life. Emphasis is placed on understanding aging and disability as social experiences as well as biological processes. Students will engage with current research, case studies, and community-based resources to develop practical skills for supporting and advocating for elderly and disabled individuals.