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2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

HWP 360 - Aging, Health and Active Living

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Explores the benefits and risks of physical activity in later years, and the challenges and incentives to health promotion through active living. Emphasis is on understanding the physiological and psychosocial changes of older adults, and developing skills in designing and implementing health promotion strategies to address specific needs. Students will work with older adults in the intergenerational learning experience program, Wellness Activities for Seniors in Asheville (WASA). See department chair.