Information for Students
You are invited to participate in a special topics class at Kent State University that provides:
- Opportunities to receive practical experience working with older adults in a structured setting
- Expanded knowledge of adult development and theories of aging
This program fulfills 3 credits - HDFS 41095 (undergraduate) or HDFS 51095 (graduate).
Objective
The purpose of the Adult Development & Well-Being Program (ADWP) is to provide students with practical experience in working with the elderly in a structured setting. Students will become more knowledgeable about the characteristics and needs of the elderly participants and their culture.
Students will have the opportunity to:
- practice assessment, communication and interpersonal skills
- gain experience with program implementation and evaluation
- apply their knowledge about adult development and theories of aging to the elderly participants.
Special Topics Credits
- 3 undergraduate credit hours - HDFS 41093
- 3 graduate credit hours - HDFS 51093
Information for Older Adults
You are invited to participate in class at Kent State University that provides:
- Opportunities to interact with university students in one-to-one relationships
- Opportunities to enrich your health and well-being through physical, recreational and educational activities
We are currently accepting applications from older adults for Fall 2006 semester. Older adults must have a medical release form in order to participate in physical activities. Please contact Dr. Audrey Kraynak at 330-672-3035 to receive this form.
The Adult Development and Well-Being Program (ADWP) focus is to enhance the well-being of older participants, especially in the areas of:
- health
- physical activity
- knowledge about health and well-being
- knowledge about community resources
Number of Participants
The size of the group will depend upon the number of college students registered for the program.
Cost
The cost is $25; however, no one is turned away due to lack of funds. Please make checks payable to: ADWP, Family and Consumer Studies .
Checks will not be cashed until the second week of the program.
