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Not a one way street: research into older people's experiences of support based on mutuality and reciprocity: interim findings
- Authors:
- BOWERS Helen, et al
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 34p.
- Place of publication:
- York
This paper outlines emerging findings and key messages from the first 2 stages of an action research project called 'Not A One-Way Street', which is part of the Better Life programme. The project focuses on the various ways in which older people with high support needs take up active roles within different support arrangements based on 'mutuality and reciprocity'. Mutuality and reciprocity refers to arrangements designed to enable those involved to both give and receive support. Research activities have involved: a call for information which has led to useful case studies and leads for follow-up work; a literature search; a mapping exercise of known reciprocal schemes; and a public meeting. Drawing on the findings of this research, this paper explores alternative approaches to planning, funding and providing long term care for older people with high support needs, particularly focusing on the ways older people take up active roles based on mutuality and reciprocity. It provides stories and situations where those involved are giving and receiving support, rather than more traditional services provided by professionals or organisations. The aim is that this work will contribute to emerging discussions and developments associated with mutuality and reciprocity.