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May 04, 2024
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SHS 166 - Senior Services Navigation
2.0 Credits
Explore the role of the care coordinator/navigator with aging populations. Overview of senior services systems, including eligibility criteria, access issues, individual/family centered coordination, communication and health literacy with older adults, impact of chronic diseases, care transitions within interdisciplinary teams, and community resources.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:- Define the role of senior services navigation with individuals and their families.
- Describe current systems of senior services, including primary care and behavioral health, housing, activities and wellness, retirement/assisted living/nursing options, and end of life.
- Identify preventative health and wellness strategies for older adults in culturally specific communities.
- Engage interdisciplinary team members in care coordination.
- Recognize signs indicating need for medical attention during older adulthood.
- Identify end of life needs and issues for aging individuals and their families.
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