This course introduces legal and policy issues affecting older adults and their families, as well as care providers. Both national and state policies that impact the services and care available to older adults and access points for these services will be presented. AGE 440 provides information on long-term care facility types and how they are licensed; Medicare and Medicaid services and coverage; mental health and veterans’ services; abuse and protective services; legal planning for aging, including health care directives and powers of attorney; and advocacy and the legal processes that vary by state. The course focuses on how each program contributes to a web of services for older adults, as well as areas in which services may be lacking.
- Course Instructor : Jeongim Lee