This course is approved by both the NCCAP and the NAAPCC for 4 CE Hours.

This course covers the following topics:

• A brief history of aid to the needy elderly
• How changes in society have changed how the elderly are cared for
• How residences for the elderly poor have changed
• The variety of people and groups who have tried to help
• How we have determined who is “needy enough” when funds are limited
• The laws that resulted in dramatic changes
• Medical model to social model; treating illness to supporting well-being
• The rise in varied activities and the professionalism of staff who offer them
• Person-centered care, relationship building and culture change