Young adult children and grandchildren in primary caregiver roles to olderrelatives and their service needs

Authors
Dellmann-Jenkins, M Blankemeyer, M Pinkard, O
Citation
M. Dellmann-jenkins et al., Young adult children and grandchildren in primary caregiver roles to olderrelatives and their service needs, FAM RELAT, 49(2), 2000, pp. 177-186
Citations number
36
Categorie Soggetti
Sociology & Antropology
Journal title
FAMILY RELATIONS
ISSN journal
01976664 → ACNP
Volume
49
Issue
2
Year of publication
2000
Pages
177 - 186
Database
ISI
SICI code
0197-6664(200004)49:2<177:YACAGI>2.0.ZU;2-3
Abstract
Expansion of the family to four generations has resulted in a new populatio n of caregivers to elderly members: young adults. Our study provides both q uantitative and qualitative findings on children and grandchildren (N = 43) , aged 40 years and younger, serving as the major source of support to an o lder relative(s). Intervention strategies for professionals in direct conta ct with this age group are outlined.