Aging Inclusion and Participation

3 credits · Graduate

This course provides an intensive examination of selected substantive issues related to older adults, their inclusion and participation in occupations (that is, the things they want to do, need to do, and are expected to do), and the policies and resources that support their occupational lives. Students will critically explore a range of issues including theoretical approaches to aging; demographics of aging; biological, psychological and social aspects of aging; healthcare policies and strategies related to participation, social inclusion, housing, transportation, pensions and financial issues; family caregiving; and death and dying. RESTRICTIONS: Open to graduate students and Special Student-Graduate Studies in any field, by permission of instructor. FORMATS: Online Delivery