Facility Training Materials

It is important to be able to communicate to an older adult about the field of gerontology and how it will impact their aging and the resources available. A manager or a person in marketing of senior projects will need to understand the business needs to be able to promote services and products to an older adult. While working in a facility you have been asked to create an informational deliverable to address the needs of an older adult.

Select a biological or psychological disorder to complete this assignment.

Cancer
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Anxiety
Dementia
If you would like to use a different biological and psychological disorder, please submit your selection for approval.

Select a deliverable (1,050 to 1,400 words) from the selection below.

Training manual for a facility (directed to new employees)
Brochure for a facility (potential patient)
Presentation at a conference

Create the selected deliverable (1,050 to 1,400 words) that discusses the following as it relates to the disorder chosen.

Section 1:

Explain the disorder of the older adult from the inter-disciplinary perspective within the field of gerontology.
Explain the major aspects of an aging theory and its application to the disorder.
Examine the myths and stereotypes related to this disorder.

Section 2:

Examine government resources, policies, financial resources, and living options for this disorder.
Analyze gerontology resources (businesses, products, programs, and services) based on a community needs assessment to of older adults with this disorder.

Section 3:

Evaluate business opportunities, such as marketing, societal needs and outreach programs, for managers and leaders of geriatric facilities and services for this disorder.
Analyze business skills (financing, management, leadership, policy, and advocacy) required to meet the needs of older adults, their family members, and their network of supporters for this disorder.

Include a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed references in your presentation.

Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.

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