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Long-distance caregiving: a systematic review of the literature
- Authors:
- CAGLE John G., MUNN Jean C.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 55(8), November 2012, pp.682-707.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Although it is estimated that there are 5 to 7 million long-distance caregivers (LDCs) in the United States, little is known about this growing population. This study reviewed the literature on LDCs and examined 16 identified studies. Although studies defined LDCs differently, a composite description of who LDCs are and what they do is presented. Findings revealed that LDCs make substantial contributions in terms of physical, financial, and social support. Distance complicates communication about care recipients' health and care needs, as well as the types of care that can be provided. Related to this, geographic separation can exacerbate care-related stressors. Implications for future research are discussed.
Sight loss UK 2012: the latest evidence
- Author:
- ROYAL NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND
- Publisher:
- Royal National Institute for the Blind
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 36p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Sight loss UK is an annual evidence review based on 45 key indicators that show what life is like for people with experience of sight loss, their carers and those at risk of sight loss. This data summary provides professionals working in the sight loss sector with the latest evidence related to the lives of people with sight loss and clear information about the factors affecting people at risk of sight loss. The report includes indicators on the following topics: people living with sight loss and those at risk of sight loss; cost of sight loss; preventing avoidable sight loss; supporting independent living; creating an inclusive society; and global sight loss.
Personal social services adult social care survey, England 2011-12: final release
- Author:
- NHS Information Centre
- Publisher:
- NHS Information Centre
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 177p.
- Place of publication:
- Leeds
The Personal Social Services Adult Social Care Survey for England is an annual survey and took place for the second time in 2011-12. Service users were sent questionnaires during January to March 2012 to seek their opinions over a range of outcome areas to gain an understanding of service users‟ views rather than measuring quantities of care delivered. It is designed to cover all service users aged 18 and over receiving services funded wholly or in part by Social Services during 2011-12, and aims to learn more about whether or not the services are helping them to live safely and independently in their own home and the impact on their quality of life. Main findings showed that 27% of respondents reported their quality of life was so good, it could not be better or very good, 31% reported it was good and 31% reported it was “alright”. However, 7% reported their quality of life was bad and the remaining 3% reported their quality of their life was very bad. Two-thirds of respondents were extremely or very satisfied with the care and support services they receive. Over half of respondents said they felt clean and were able to present themselves the way they liked. Four per cent of respondents said they didn’t always get adequate or timely food and drink and 1% felt that there was a risk to their health. Two-thirds of service users said their home was as clean and comfortable as they wanted. There were differences in responses to all the questions by demographic groups. For example, younger service users reported the highest quality of life and those aged 55-64 the lowest.