AGNG 300 - Overview of Aging Services

Institution:

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

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Description:

This course provides a survey of the major topics and issues facing the growing aging services sector, driven by the aging of the population. Content covers demographic changes; the historical development of federal policies and resulting development of aging services in the for-profit, non-profit and governmental sectors. Students also will understand the broad range of services provided by the government, business and non-profit organizations in wellness/health, housing, financial, family, social areas; older adults as a productive resource in their communities and families; patterns of eligibility and use/ non-use of services; and contemporary developments, including culturally sensitive services, workforce challenges, innovative financing and private-sector prospects. Prerequisites: AGNG 200 or equivalent course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umbc.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 455-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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