Ageism is a type of discrimination that is formed based on someone’s age. Ageism does not only affect mature adults and elders, but also affects the younger age groups. This in-service will take a look at what ageism is and how it affects the way we see aging. It will also discuss how and why we stereotype each other based on different age groups, and the affects  on our social lives, health and workplace.

This in-service will cover:

1. What ageism is and how it affects the way we see aging
2. How we stereotype each other based on different age groups
3. How ageism affects the workplace, our social lives and health

This in-service kit includes:

• A recorded video of the in-service (internet access required)
• Lesson Plan (PDF) Presentation slides and script (Microsoft PowerPoint File)
• Presentation handout as slides and notes (PDF)
• 4-page summary of presentation (PDF)
• Pre-test (PDF)
• 4 post-tests with 5 questions each and answer key (PDF)
• Follow-up (PDF)
• Certificate Template (PDF)