Care of the Elderly

This course critiques and applies social and biological theories of ageing (65 years and over) and psychosocial models of growth and devel- opment to the study of the elderly in a variety of settings such as, the community, acute care and long-term care facilities. It focuses on factors, which encourage healthy ageing. Epidemiological, demographic and socio-economic determinants are explored, as well as issues and implications of physiological, emotional and psychological changes and community initiatives and resources. International and national declarations and stan- dards are applied to meet the needs of the elderly.