HMNS 2530 — - Legal & Financial Literacy Human Service Resource
Legal and Financial Literacy: Human Service Resource is designed to introduce students to legal and financial literacy supports that are in place to strengthen advocacy practices. Students will explore common concerns, discuss and dispel myths, while examining best practices for identifying and accessing legal and financial services in support of the elderly client. Relevant discussions surrounding healthcare expenditures for older adults, Medicare, Medicaid, Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), durable power of attorney, assets, trusts, guardianship, timing and satisfaction of retirement, the older employed economic status and asset awareness. Note Grade of “C” or better is required for Human Service program students Lecture: 3 hours Prerequisite(s): HMNS 1010 and HMNS 2200 (may be taken concurrently)