Gerontology Regulations and Resources

Catalog description

This course in Gerontology builds upon previous courses in the curriculum. The course includes an overview of federal and state regulatory bodies overseeing the population of elders and elder services. Topics include an in-depth look at Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) as well as home health, assisted living and elder daycare governing bodies; an exploration of Medicare, Medicaid, and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) as elder care financial entities; and application of regulations to the practice area. Additionally, resources for elderly individuals, families, care providers, and ancillary persons will be presented.