RECF-1050TR - Dealing with Loss & Palliative Care
Examine the various types of losses that occur throughout the life span, and the methods of providing support in these situations, relating to the elderly in particular. Learn to identify the stages of grief and cultural and spiritual perspectives on loss, grief and death. Develop an awareness of the grief process and ethical dilemmas associated with loss, grief and death. Explore end of life care and the differences between palliative and hospice care.
Other Course Prerequisites
RECF-1045 Foundations to Therapeutic Recreation, HCAP-1006 Introduction to Gerontology
Textbooks and Booklists
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