Facility Training Materials: HCS 557 WEEK 6

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 Facility Training Materials 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.

Facility Training Materials: 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.

Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your Facility Training Materials assignment.