HLSC 2P40 Study Guide - Final Guide: Old Age Security, Visible Minority, Acculturation

• School: Brock University
• Department: Health Sciences
• Course: HLSC 2P40
• Professor: Miya Narushima

Document Summary

Learning objectives: be able to describe the ethnocultural diversity of seniors in canada, be able to assess the challenges and problems member of certain ethnocultural groups face as they age in. Canada(eg: seniors whom are recent immigrants to canada and indigenous peoples: understand how membership in ab ethnocultural group shapes the experience of aging in canada, appreciate the change that lies ahead for canada"s ethnocultural seniors. Concept of ethnicity: the concept of ethnicity has many definitions, ethnicity: variously defined as country of birth, birthplaces of ancestors, cultural heritage, or self- identification with an ethnocultural group. 2011 were foreign-born: 6 in 10 foreign born seniors in canada live in toronto, montreal, or vancouver. Ethnocultural diversity in experiences of aging: seniors have diverse ethnic heritages and identities that influence their lifestyles and cultural practices, seniors ethnicity influences intergenerational relationships, living arrangements, family life, and community life. Influences seniors experiences of economic security, health, healthcare, and caregiving.