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An outline of research by The Debenham Project and its findings
- Authors:
- MASON Timothy, SLACK Gordon
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 24(1), 2014, pp.15-18.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
This research project, which took place between July 2012 to August 2013, sought to capture the circumstances, experiences, and perceptions of 42 family carers of people with memory loss and dementia in one rural community in Suffolk. In addition to family carers, 40 volunteers and 12 professionals were also surveyed. The research investigates what encourages families in seeking early diagnosis and early support. Key issues identified were that carers did not feel supported, but felt isolated and that they lacked knowledge about dementia; carers generally turned to family first for help, then to the GP; participants identified the need for services before diagnosis and early help and support were seen as very important. The project was carried out for The Debenham Project, a community-led project which has developed a range of local support services for those supporting people with dementia and those they care for. (Original abstract)
Voluntary organisations in a strong welfare state: a study of support for relatives of older people in Sweden
- Author:
- DAHLBERG Lena
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 13(4), October 2003, pp.4-8.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Welfare systems are often assumed to set the conditions for voluntary activity. Countries with a strong welfare state are believed to have no or limited voluntary activity. Describes a study which raises the question as to whether an active state can encourage voluntary activity. During the period of 1999-2001 the Swedish state tried to stimulate the development of support for relatives of older people by local authorities and voluntary organisations, and co-operation between these actors. The results of questionnaire surveys in 1999 and 2002 show that activities to support relatives of older people are common amongst voluntary organisations, and that there was an increase in support activities across the period of 1999-2002. In other words, the state and local authorities have the potential to encourage voluntary work. The study also reveals a process of equalisation in the same period of the level of voluntary activity in smaller/rural and larger/urban municipalities.
The moral economy of grandparenting
- Authors:
- ARTHUR Sue, SNAPE Dawn, DENCH Geoff
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 13(2), April 2003, pp.10-12.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Reports on study arising out of the findings from a benchmark study of grandparenting, based on a module of questions within the British Social Attitudes Survey. The qualitative study was designed to interpret the survey findings and to understand the motivations for and possible limits to grandparental support. The sample consisted of 31 case study families, made up of 67 respondents. Interviews with four family members were carried out in four of the families and interviews with three family members in nine families. In total the sample consisted of 36 grandmothers, 20 mothers, and 11 fathers. The study explored also explored the different meanings and definitions that people attribute to the idea of family, as well as the different roles that family plays in different people's lives. The study suggests that grandmothers are seen as a positive option for childcare, but that there are a number of factors which may limit a grandmothers or parents wish for high levels of childcare. The study also suggests ways in which relationships between parents and grandparents can be managed to avoid tensions and misunderstandings that arise over grandparents' roles.
Care Direct: an intergrated route to help for older people
- Authors:
- BEDDINGTON Andrew, UNELL Judith
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 13(3), July 2003, pp.18-21.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Reports on an evaluation of Care Direct, a service launched by the Department of Health piloted in six areas offering information and support to people over 60 and their carers principally through a telephone help-line service. A survey of 600 callers was carried out during 2002. The analysis focuses on the characteristics of users and callers experience of using the service. Concludes that the experience of the first year has been positive, with the service meeting its targets in terms of range and volume of activity, and achieving satisfaction with callers. Highlights future challenges for the service including: whether the service is sufficiently focused on enabling; how well it has succeeded at co-ordinating across services; and improving public awareness and access.
Direct payments for older people in Wales survey
- Author:
- DIX Jackie
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 13(1), January 2003, pp.24-25.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Briefly reports on a small survey carried out by Age Concern Cymru which surveyed local authorities in June 2002. Summaries the number of local authorities offering direct payments, number of older people receiving direct payments, and schemes under development
What do employers really think of their older workers?
- Author:
- YEANDLE David
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 13(1), January 2003, pp.24-25.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Reports on the results of a survey by the Engineering Employers' Federation on age discrimination issues. Discusses the results of the survey and the implications for Government policy.
Infected and affected: HIV, AIDS and the older adult
- Author:
- MARSHALL Tracy
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 7(4), December 1997, pp.9-11.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Discusses the importance of older people being informed about the transmission of HIV/AIDS and the precautions that are available to decrease the risk of infection.
Unmet need in social care: a tale of confusion?
- Author:
- CALDOCK Kerry
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 5(4), December 1995, pp.2-3.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Presents findings drawn from a survey of care management in Wales which looks at the identification and documentation of 'unmet need' of older people.
No. 1 carers' need
- Author:
- SANFORD J.R.A.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations: Bulletin of the British Society of Gerontology, Summer 1988, pp.7-9.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Compares information collected through various studies.