Prior to the start of USP 141A, I was eagerly excited to go on outings with my fellow classmates. Even though we had to switch to an online format and our in-person plans got canceled, the course has still been pretty enjoyable. As this is my first time being an LCS student, I’m unsure of how this reflection is supposed to go, but from the people I met and the professor, I can say that I’m appreciative of this program. I was really looking forward to the in-person experience but due to the current COVID-19 situation, we all must adjust and make the best through online learning. It’s important for me to still grow as a person and as a student through this online format. During the first week of class, I learned about the determinants of health for the aging population with a focus on the environment they live in. During the lecture, I gained a greater perspective on the aging process. Specifically the environment they choose to age in as well as the infrastructure influence how seniors age. An older person’s life is affected by commonly overlooked details of their environment which include wide sidewalks, even pavements, benches, parks, access to transportation, the proximity of grocery stores, as well as many other factors. Some choose to age in place while others may move to senior housing. It would be interesting to see how technology in the future will advance and affect the aging process. From cars to smart home devices, technological advancements are an exciting addition to elder life.
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Tanmayi AmanchiTanmayi Amanchi is a Human Development major with a minor in General Archives
March 2022
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