PAM 5760 - Long-Term Care and Lifestyle Alternatives for the Older Adult

Fall. 1 credit. Student option grading.

M. Weidner.

Provides students exposure to, and fosters critical thinking about, policy and operational issues related to health care and living alternatives for the well, near frail, and frail older adult. Preliminary readings introduce the student to societal issues of the aging, clinical issues facing the older adult, and management operations for nursing homes, independent living communities, assisted living, and home care. Emphasis is placed on student interaction with instructors and other seminar participants regarding society and management issues. Case studies are used toenhance student interaction and participation.

Outcome 1: Students will become familiar with the major issues regarding long term care.

Outcome 2: Students will gain an overview of issues facing older adults and their families.

Outcome 3: Students will be better versed in policy and management issues re: older adults.

Outcome 4: Students will be introduced to the management issues involved in operating nursing homes, assisted living facilities, independent living facilities, and home care agencies.