SLWK 4005

Aging is a deeply personal and profoundly social experience shaped by intersecting factors such as health, race, gender, socioeconomic status, and policy. This course examines the role of social work in supporting elders within diverse communities, focusing on aging with dignity, autonomy, and community connection. Students explore ageism, elder rights and roles, caregiving, mental health, housing, healthcare access, and end-of-life care.