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Figure 1.11 Human services workers are needed in facilities, such as nursing homes, to
help care for the aging population. In what ways do you think this type of career would be
rewarding?
The expected human lifespan continues to lengthen, now well into
the eighties. With extended life expectancy comes a greater need for
human services workers to provide care in nursing homes, adult day care
centers, assisted care, and resource allocation (Figure 1.11). A growing
need for more care for those living with mental illness or substance abuse
exists in group homes and residential care facilities as well. If you love
caring for and helping people, a human services career might be right
for you.
Reading Recall
1. Describe the job outlook for human services careers.
2. What does ebb and fl ow mean?
3. List four areas that may experience an increased demand for human
services workers as the expected human lifespan continues to lengthen.