SSW 598 - Social Work and the Elderly

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

This summer intensive course covers individual and group practice techniques for counseling older adults and their families. Using a strengths perspective, assessment and treatment techniques used to address issues such as later life depression, substance abuse, a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease and anxiety will be covered as well as ways to empower elders through the use of support groups. Types of case management with elders and an overview and methods of accessing geriatric health and long term care resources are also covered. This course is offered one day per week for seven consecutive weeks. (Cross-listed with GER 520) Must be enrolled in: Master of Social Work.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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