LEG 451 - Elder Law

Institution:

College of Our Lady of the Elms

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Description:

Americans are living longer than ever before. But the elders in our society seem to be an almost invisible population. How has American culture and the American justice system reacted to an aging population? Students in this course will examine the American justice system's response to these and other questions that affect the elderly and therefore, affect us all. Topics include an overview of elder abuse, living wills and health care proxies, nursing home regulations, housing issued, Medicare and Medicaid concerns, elder suicide, elders in American media and culture, estate issues, and more. Prerequisite: LEG 204 or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.elms.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 594-2761

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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