Unit 6

Overview

Now we turn our attention to the social frameworks. Using the Social-Ecological Model, we examine Settings, Sectors and Social & Cultural Values & Norms to consider influences in addition to the individual or personal layer. This is the context. As you complete the modules, think about food, nutrition & wellness issues or questions that are bubbling up for you. The assignments for this unit are an exploration of resources related to your questions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this unit, be comfortable in your ability to:

• Discuss impacts of social frameworks and layers of the social-ecological model on personal nutrition choices of older adults.
• Explain the benefits of wellness for an aging society.
• Outline the nine principles of optimal active aging for communities.

Instructional Materials & Assignments

• Read Social Frameworks for Nutrition
• Read Applying Social Frameworks
• Read Wellness in Action
• Unit 6 Assignment: Sleuth & Critic
• Unit 6 Discussion: Big Idea Project Brainstorming