Appendix I
Part I
Define the following terms:
Term |
Definition |
Ageism |
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Baby boomer |
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Americans with Disabilities Act |
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Visitability |
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Accessibility |
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Disability |
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Inclusion |
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Deinstitutionalization |
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Special education |
Part II
Identify 2 or 3 issues faced by the aging population.
Answer the following questions in 150 to 250 words each:
What is being done to address the issues you identified?
Is the number of aging population expected to rise in numbers or decrease?
What types of legislation may or may not be affected by the aging population?
How does poverty affect the ageing population?
Part III
Answer the following questions in 150 to 250 words each:
How have people with disabilities been treated in the past?
How has the attitude toward people with disabilities changed over time?
What are some unique circumstances or issues encountered by people with disabilities?
What is being done to address those issues?
What types of legislation have been introduced to address issues faced by people with disabilities?