1. Why do diverse women face more obstacles in aging than their white counterparts? Discuss health disparities affecting African American elders.

2. Please, define the following social constructs related to diversity: gender, ethnicity, race, and sexual orientation. Explain the demographic trends associated with the growing number of diverse elders.

3. Discuss long-term care preferences among diverse elders that are likely to affect residential or home and community-based long-term care services.