Course

Planning for an Aging Population in Rural Communities

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training focuses on understanding the challenges faced by rural municipalities in meeting the needs of an aging population. It highlights key areas such as transportation, housing, health care, and civic engagement and explores strategies for improving service delivery and planning for future needs.

Target Audience

This training is designed for policymakers, local government officials, urban planners, and nonprofit organization leaders involved in community development and senior services.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Identify the key challenges faced by rural areas in addressing the needs of their aging populations.
  2. Assess the role of government, nonprofit, and for-profit organizations in delivering essential services to seniors.
  3. Develop strategies for enhancing rural transportation, housing, and health care services for seniors.
  4. Implement collaborative planning approaches to address gaps in services and improve aging in place outcomes.

 

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