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How poverty affects people's decision-making processes
- Authors:
- SHEEHY-SKEFFINGTON Jennifer, REA Jessica
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 79
- Place of publication:
- York
This report summarises the most recent evidence on the relationship between socioeconomic status and the psychological, social and cultural processes that underpin decision-making. The studies reviewed present evidence that people living in or near poverty experience a shift in psychological, social and cultural processes that may hinder their ability to make decisions that are beneficial in the long term. Many of the suboptimal decisions and behaviours associated with low-income groups focus on the present (rather than the future), the actual (rather than the hypothetical), those socially close (rather than those socially distant), and the ‘here’ (rather than places far away). Such shifts lead to choices that are not always bad ones, but rather are adaptive to the constrained circumstances of low socio-economic status. By understanding the decision-making of people in poverty as an adaptive shift in underlying processes, policy-makers and others combating poverty can target their efforts in more sensitive, sustainable and ultimately empowering ways. (Edited publisher abstract)
Improving decision-making in the care of older people: exploring the decision ecology: report
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 71p.
- Place of publication:
- York
The proportion of the population in retirement is estimated to rise significantly. This major demographic change makes it imperative to review the position of older people both as receivers and as givers of care and support. This report reviews the evidence relating to how to improve decisions made by and for older people about their care and support. It investigates how formal, semi-formal and informal relationships can work together to best effect, and the relationship between risk, trust, and good decision-making. The report: examines the nature of decision-making; explores the 'decision ecology' - the multi-factored contextual backdrop to decisions about risk and trust in an ageing society; discusses factors that influence, improve and impede caring decisions taken by a range of actors; considers the role of narratives in improving decisions for, by and about older people and their care; appraises risk management and trust development strategies; and investigates responsibility in decision-making. It argues that effective decision-making requires constructive partnerships between older people (carers and cared-for), and informal and formal carers that understand their value, potential shortcomings and strengths. However, risk elimination is not possible and the wellbeing of older people requires positive risk-taking.
Improving decision-making in the care and support of older people: summary
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
The proportion of the population in retirement is estimated to rise significantly. This major demographic change makes it imperative to review the position of older people both as receivers and as givers of care and support. This report summary outlines the findings of a review of the evidence relating to how to improve decisions made by and for older people about their care and support. It investigates how formal, semi-formal and informal relationships can work together to best effect, and the relationship between risk, trust, and good decision-making. This summary lists the key points identified by the review and also briefly discusses the findings in relation to: how decisions are made; the decision-making ecology; influences on caring decisions; the role of narrative; risk and trust; and responsibility. It argues that effective decision-making requires constructive partnerships between older people (carers and cared-for), and informal and formal carers that understand their value, potential shortcomings and strengths. However, risk elimination is not possible and the wellbeing of older people requires positive risk-taking.
Risk, trust and relationships in an ageing society: summary
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Trust has been typified as the social glue that binds society together, while risk is seen as a countervailing force. This report summary outlines the findings of a scoping study which reviewed evidence drawn from a range of disciplines on the risk, trust and confidence aspects of decision-making in informal and semi-formal caring and supportive relationships in an ageing society. It considers the role of individual motivation and cognition in dealing with some of the challenges, choices and tensions confronted in daily life in relation to the issues of risk and trust. It looks at both informal and semi-formal caring and supportive relationships. This summary lists the key points identified by the review and also briefly discusses the findings in relation to: decisions on caring and supporting; society’s capacity to support and ageing population; risk and trust in informal and semi-formal social care; and influencing formal social care practice. The importance of social norms such as reciprocity and altruism is considered. In addition, the decline of personal support networks of older people, at a time when social networks tend to become increasingly important, is also discussed.
Risk, trust and relationships in an ageing society: report
- Authors:
- DALLEY Gillian, et al
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 66p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Trust has been typified as the social glue that binds society together, while risk is seen as a countervailing force. This scoping study reviewed evidence drawn from a range of disciplines on the risk, trust and confidence aspects of decision-making in informal and semi-formal caring and supportive relationships in an ageing society. It considers the role of individual motivation and cognition in dealing with some of the challenges, choices and tensions confronted in daily life in relation to the issues of risk and trust. It looks at both informal and semi-formal caring and supportive relationships. The report: asks what would help make people more confident to make better decisions about caring for and supporting each other; explores what helps or sustains people in local communities who offer help and support to others within their social network; examines how society's capacity to support an ageing society could be strengthened; and considers how formal social care structures interact with informal and semi-formal spheres, and what they can learn from them. The importance of social norms such as reciprocity and altruism is considered. In addition, the decline of personal support networks of older people, at a time when social networks tend to become increasingly important, is also discussed.
Creating a stronger information, advice and advocacy system for older people
- Author:
- HORTON Claire
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 7p.
- Place of publication:
- York
The information, advice and advocacy services older people need to remain independent are often limited, come without adequate support, and fail to take their experiences and ideas into account. This report describes an initiative by the Quality of Life Partnership in Newcastle to develop services for older people based on the principles of choice and control. The report identifies the importance of: investing in processes so that older people have a variety of ways of sharing their views and experiences; persuading local partners that information and advice is not simply an add-on to the day job; understanding that partnership working is much more difficult, complex and time-consuming than working in isolation; and, realising that some issues may need to be addressed across all age groups.
Nursing hours: identifying the level of registered nursing care provided to UK nursing home residents
- Authors:
- CARPENTER Iain, PERRY Michelle
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 29p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- York
Given the continuing growth of the elderly population in the UK and proposed changes to the long-term care payment system, it is important to find a tool that accurately identifies the way registered general nursing (RGN) care time is made available to care home residents. This research project explores whether a combination of the Minimum Data Set/Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS/RAI) and Resource Utilisation Groups version 3 (RUG-III) systems could do this. The research included both quantitative and qualitative components. The quantitative study included assessments of residents’ care needs and recorded the time spent by registered nurses and other care staff in caring for these residents. The qualitative study was based on interviews held with registered nurses and care assistant staff. The quantitative study aimed to answer two basic questions: Does a combination of MDS/RAI and RUG-III assessment data clearly identify residents of long-term care who require and are receiving registered nursing care ?, and secondly can this data be used as a method of identifying and reimbursing the registered nurse contribution to care (RNCC) in long-term care?. The qualitative study aimed to: obtain an in-depth understanding of the main differences between the roles and functions of registered general nurses and care assistants working in nursing homes in the UK; and understand the factors that influenced a registered general nurse’s decision-making regarding which tasks to delegate to a care assistant.
Routes and barriers to citizen governance
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
An exploration of the influences and barriers that impact on citizen participation in local governance. The government drive for greater community-based governance requires public bodies to ensure that all communities have the opportunity to participate in local decision-making structures and influence local service delivery. How effectively citizens from different communities and neighbourhoods are able to participate, however, can vary considerably due to structural, environmental, cultural and personal factors.
Local Links- developing active networks in local communities
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Common Purpose piloted ‘Local Links' to improve neighbourhood networking, support, skills development and information sharing for local decision-makers and active citizens in four Yorkshire areas. The aim was to assist them to be better informed, empowered and more effective in their community roles.
Drug user involvement in treatment decisions
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Government policy now clearly states that those with drug problems should be involved in decisions relating to their own treatment. However, the nature of such involvement in everyday practice is less clear. This study, by researchers at Glasgow University’s Centre for Drug Misuse Research and Oxford Brookes University’s School of Health & Social Care, explored demand for user involvement, the various forms that user involvement can take, what constrains it and what might improve practice.