USP 485 Housing Environments for Older Adults

Explores physical, social, and service contexts related to housing and environments for people across the age and ability spectrums, focusing on older adults. Ecological perspectives and social theories on aging will be examined and applied and students will examine evidence regarding how older adults use, perceive, and are affected by their homes and environments. Topics include housing options, accessible and inclusive environments, supports and services, policies and politics, economics, neighborhood design, and age-friendly communities.