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This course through Swinburne University will help you to:
challenge your values and assumptions about ageing and hopefully bust some myths!
discuss ageism and explain the role that ageism plays in harming the health and well-being of older adults
discuss age related mind and body changes in ageing across the diversity of older adults
consider some key actions we can take to support healthy ageing
identify some important social factors that influence health and well-being of older adults
discuss what makes for an ‘age-friendly’ health, social support or aged care service
introduce you to the World Health Organisations framework for creating age friendly communities
offer strategies you can use to help build an age friendly community where you live