Next Avenue Article: One Size Doesn’t Fit All - Recognizing Diverse Caregiver Experiences
Next Avenue has published an article, "One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Recognizing Diverse Caregiver Experiences," as part of its Special Report series, Taking Care.
In the article, authors Rita B. Choula, director of caregiving, AARP Public Policy Institute, and Rani E. Snyder, vice president of program, The John A. Hartford Foundation, write about meeting the needs of family caregivers of color. They point out that, "the nationwide outbreak of the novel coronavirus has laid bare and heightened awareness of inequality that has long existed. But through recognition also comes opportunity to make real reforms that will directly benefit family caregivers of color, both during and after the pandemic."
A first step, they note, is to recognize that family caregiving is deeply embedded in cultures, "While caregivers of color may be referred to as a single similar group, the experiences and cultural values, including how they choose to care for family — and where they care for them — vary widely. Thanks to efforts by the Diverse Elders Coalition and AARP, it is clear that a one-size-fits-all approach won't address the challenges faced by diverse caregivers."
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