HSM 376 - Continuum of Long- Term Care

Institution:

Golden Gate University-San Francisco

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Description:

This course explores the current and future roles of health services organizations as providers in the continuum of long-term care. A variety of both formal and informal long-term care systems, including skilled nursing facilities, residential care facilities, home health organizations, board-and-care homes, and hospice, are discussed. Factors that influence the development of long-term care are also examined, including the aging U.S. population, bio-demography, healthy life expectancy, aging and public policy, financing, quality assessment, government regulation, and the increasing prevalence of chronic debilitating health care conditions. The Social Security, Medicare, Aging Network, and Medicaid programs are discussed in depth, including concerns regarding each program's long-term viability. Co-requisite: HSM 372.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ggu.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 442-7800

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Trimester

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