This manual is designed for use with adult or secondary school economics students to help them become aware of: (1) the rights and problems of the aged; (2) jobs available for working with the aged; (3) personal qualities needed to be a homemaker/home health aide; and (4) community agencies responsible for helping the aged. The materials are presented in a self-instructional programed learning format with pre- and post-tests. The learning activities and information sheets focus on identifying the needs of older adults and understanding the work performed by home health aides. The appendices contain a glossary, facilitator instructions, sample worksheets for duplicating the materials, and a reference list. (Author/KMF)