SOCIAL WORK 316 - Social Work with the Aged:Policy and Practice

Institution:

Saint Joseph's College of Maine

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Description:

This course focuses on assessment of the intervention with elderly individuals and their families. It examines problems encountered by aging persons and prepares students with the wide range of skills and practice modalities necessary for effective practice with this population: group work, case management, consultation, and beginning skills in program planning and administration. The course also explores the development and scope of public policies directed toward older persons such as public and private insurance for chronic care needs, housing and community based services, income maintenance programs and future policies for the aged.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sjcme.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 892-6766

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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