Question 1

In 1985,what proposal by the government caused the largest seniors' protest in Canadian history?

Accepted Answer

A) raising income taxes 
B) reducing health care services 
C) de-indexing pension payments 
D) stopping the coverage costs of prescription drugs 
A) raising income taxes 
B) reducing health care services 
C) de-indexing pension payments 
D) stopping the coverage costs of prescription drugs

Question 2

Exercise is an important determinant of health.What percent of seniors without a disability report being at least moderately active?

Accepted Answer

A) 20 percent 
B) 30 percent 
C) 50 percent 
D) 60 percent 
A) 20 percent 
B) 30 percent 
C) 50 percent 
D) 60 percent

Question 3

Over the past twenty years,there has been ongoing debate amongst policymakers,social analysts,economists,and others about the implications of an aging population.Many see this demographic shift as a potential problem.Canadian governments have been trying to prepare the nation for a growing number of older people by promoting active aging.
a)Define active aging.
b)In one sentence,describe how active aging is expected to offset the potential problems of having a large older population.
c)In one sentence,identify the types of activities that seniors might engage in to actively age.

Accepted Answer

a) Active aging is a concept that refers

Question 4

Today's researchers recognize stages or periods in late adulthood.Which of the following describes the frail old?

Accepted Answer

A) Mary: a sixty-nine-year-old social worker who lives in her home and continues to offer private counselling two days a week. 
B) Robin: a seventy-two-year-old who continues to paint every day,as she did for forty years running her own art studio and classes. 
C) Janet: a retired seventy-six-year-old who takes two European trips every year,one with her daughters and the other with her lifelong friends. 
D) Helen: an eighty-five-year-old retired mother and grandmother,who lives in a long-term-care facility due to her arthritis,but is visited daily by family. 
A) Mary: a sixty-nine-year-old social worker who lives in her home and continues to offer private counselling two days a week. 
B) Robin: a seventy-two-year-old who continues to paint every day,as she did for forty years running her own art studio and classes. 
C) Janet: a retired seventy-six-year-old who takes two European trips every year,one with her daughters and the other with her lifelong friends. 
D) Helen: an eighty-five-year-old retired mother and grandmother,who lives in a long-term-care facility due to her arthritis,but is visited daily by family.

Question 5

Volunteering is an important aspect of life for many seniors.What percentage of Canadian seniors volunteer for an organization?

Accepted Answer

A) 7 percent 
B) 13 percent 
C) 26 percent 
D) 40 percent 
A) 7 percent 
B) 13 percent 
C) 26 percent 
D) 40 percent

Question 6

The existence of elder abuse has caused a global response,prompting world-wide initiatives to develop.Canadian initiatives include all of the following EXCEPT which?

Accepted Answer

A) World Elder Abuse Awareness 
B) Elder Abuse Awareness Campaign 
C) National Survey on the Mistreatment of Older Canadians 
D) Elders Are People too Campaign 
A) World Elder Abuse Awareness 
B) Elder Abuse Awareness Campaign 
C) National Survey on the Mistreatment of Older Canadians 
D) Elders Are People too Campaign

Question 7

Many criticisms have been noted regarding senior residential care system.Which has NOT be identified?

Accepted Answer

A) two tiered;the rich have better quality care 
B) indifferent to unique cultural needs 
C) never enough available beds 
D) inconsistent standards and funding 
A) two tiered;the rich have better quality care 
B) indifferent to unique cultural needs 
C) never enough available beds 
D) inconsistent standards and funding

Question 8

Approximately what proportion of seniors suffer from some form of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD)?

Accepted Answer

A) one out of eleven 
B) three out of eleven 
C) five out of eleven 
D) seven out of eleven 
A) one out of eleven 
B) three out of eleven 
C) five out of eleven 
D) seven out of eleven

Question 9

In 2011,the baby boomers represented what percent of the population?

Accepted Answer

A) 9 percent 
B) 19 percent 
C) 29 percent 
D) 39 percent 
A) 9 percent 
B) 19 percent 
C) 29 percent 
D) 39 percent

Question 10

Most Canadians rely to some extent on the retirement income system,which is based on established pillars.Which pillar's goal is to support universal programs that provide a basic minimum income?

Accepted Answer

A) Pillar 1: Old Age Security (OAS)and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) 
B) Pillar 2: The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) 
C) Pillar 3: Private pension plans and savings 
D) Pillar 3: Workplace pension plans and savings 
A) Pillar 1: Old Age Security (OAS)and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) 
B) Pillar 2: The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) 
C) Pillar 3: Private pension plans and savings 
D) Pillar 3: Workplace pension plans and savings

Question 11

Which of the following scenarios describes the hospital use of seniors in 2009-2010?

Accepted Answer

A) Seniors made up 15 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 30 percent of acute hospital stays. 
B) Seniors made up 15 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 40 percent of acute hospital stays. 
C) Seniors made up 20 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 30 percent of acute hospital stays. 
D) Seniors made up 20 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 40 percent of acute hospital stays. 
A) Seniors made up 15 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 30 percent of acute hospital stays. 
B) Seniors made up 15 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 40 percent of acute hospital stays. 
C) Seniors made up 20 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 30 percent of acute hospital stays. 
D) Seniors made up 20 percent of the Canadian population,but accounted for 40 percent of acute hospital stays.

Question 12

According to Canadian statistics,what is the likelihood that Susan's eighy-five-year-old mother will need to move to a residential care centre?

Accepted Answer

A) about 7 percent 
B) about 15 percent 
C) about 30 percent 
D) about 40 percent 
A) about 7 percent 
B) about 15 percent 
C) about 30 percent 
D) about 40 percent

Question 13

Canada's retirement income system is built on three main tiers: (i)Old Age Security (OAS);(ii)Canada Pension Plan (CPP);and (iii)private pension plans and savings (PPPS).For each characteristic listed below,indicate which program it best reflects.Enter OAS,CPP,or PPPS in the space provided.
a)This strategy is considered a contributory program._____
b)Registered retirement savings plans would fit here._____
c)Both working people and their employers pay into this program._____
d)The Guaranteed Income Supplement is one of the benefits offered through this strategy._____
e)Seniors receiving this benefit may also be eligible for the spousal allowance._____
f)A similar version of this program is available for Quebec residents._____
g)Many of its benefit plans are self-administered._____

Accepted Answer

a)CPP
b)PP

Question 14

When Canada adopted the International Plan of Action on Ageing,it decided that any initiatives created under the plan would be based on certain concepts.Which concept ensures that initiatives will be available to all seniors,regardless of their level of need?

Accepted Answer

A) healthy aging 
B) social justice 
C) population health 
D) inclusivity 
A) healthy aging 
B) social justice 
C) population health 
D) inclusivity

Question 15

Approximately what percentage of seniors have at least one chronic health condition,including high blood pressure,arthritis,or back problems?

Accepted Answer

A) 35 percent 
B) 50 percent 
C) 75 percent 
D) 90 percent 
A) 35 percent 
B) 50 percent 
C) 75 percent 
D) 90 percent

In 1985,what proposal by the government caused the largest seniors' protest in Canadian history?

Exercise is an important determinant of health.What percent of seniors without a disability report being at least moderately active?

Today's researchers recognize stages or periods in late adulthood.Which of the following describes the frail old?

Volunteering is an important aspect of life for many seniors.What percentage of Canadian seniors volunteer for an organization?

The existence of elder abuse has caused a global response,prompting world-wide initiatives to develop.Canadian initiatives include all of the following EXCEPT which?

Many criticisms have been noted regarding senior residential care system.Which has NOT be identified?

Approximately what proportion of seniors suffer from some form of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD)?

In 2011,the baby boomers represented what percent of the population?

Most Canadians rely to some extent on the retirement income system,which is based on established pillars.Which pillar's goal is to support universal programs that provide a basic minimum income?

Which of the following scenarios describes the hospital use of seniors in 2009-2010?

According to Canadian statistics,what is the likelihood that Susan's eighy-five-year-old mother will need to move to a residential care centre?

When Canada adopted the International Plan of Action on Ageing,it decided that any initiatives created under the plan would be based on certain concepts.Which concept ensures that initiatives will be available to all seniors,regardless of their level of need?

Approximately what percentage of seniors have at least one chronic health condition,including high blood pressure,arthritis,or back problems?

The Nature of Canadian Social Welfare

Social Welfare Policy

Historical Foundations

Social Welfare in the Globalization ERA

Service Sectors

Social Agencies

Service Providers

Planned Change in Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Systems

The Social Welfare of Low Income Groups

The Social Welfare of Children and Their Families

The Social Welfare of Aboriginal Canadians

The Social Welfare of Recent Immigrants

Social Welfare and People With Disabilities

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Exam 11: Social Welfare and Older Canadians

In 1985,what proposal by the government caused the largest seniors' protest in Canadian history?

Exercise is an important determinant of health.What percent of seniors without a disability report being at least moderately active?

Today's researchers recognize stages or periods in late adulthood.Which of the following describes the frail old?

Volunteering is an important aspect of life for many seniors.What percentage of Canadian seniors volunteer for an organization?

The existence of elder abuse has caused a global response,prompting world-wide initiatives to develop.Canadian initiatives include all of the following EXCEPT which?

Many criticisms have been noted regarding senior residential care system.Which has NOT be identified?

Approximately what proportion of seniors suffer from some form of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD)?

In 2011,the baby boomers represented what percent of the population?

Most Canadians rely to some extent on the retirement income system,which is based on established pillars.Which pillar's goal is to support universal programs that provide a basic minimum income?

Which of the following scenarios describes the hospital use of seniors in 2009-2010?

According to Canadian statistics,what is the likelihood that Susan's eighy-five-year-old mother will need to move to a residential care centre?

When Canada adopted the International Plan of Action on Ageing,it decided that any initiatives created under the plan would be based on certain concepts.Which concept ensures that initiatives will be available to all seniors,regardless of their level of need?

Approximately what percentage of seniors have at least one chronic health condition,including high blood pressure,arthritis,or back problems?

The Nature of Canadian Social Welfare

Social Welfare Policy

Historical Foundations

Social Welfare in the Globalization ERA

Service Sectors

Social Agencies

Service Providers

Planned Change in Micro, Mezzo, and Macro Systems

The Social Welfare of Low Income Groups

The Social Welfare of Children and Their Families

The Social Welfare of Aboriginal Canadians

The Social Welfare of Recent Immigrants

Social Welfare and People With Disabilities

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