The importance of cultural competence in caring for and working in a diverse America
- Author:
- PARKER Victoria A.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 34(4), Winter 2010, pp.97-102. Published online only.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
The implications of the increasingly diverse populations of both older people and eldercare providers are discussed in relation to cultural competence. It is argued that interventions to enhance cultural competence can and should be embedded in broader efforts to enhance communication skills both within the workforce and with older service users. The article is written from an American perspective.
- Subject terms:
- long term care, multicultural approach, older people, staff development, black and minority ethnic people, diversity;
- Location(s):
- United States
- Link:
- Journal home page
- ISSN print:
- 0738 7806