The Role of Local Knowledge in Multigenerational Caregiving for Older People

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ID6081154
AuthorsMade Diah Lestari (0000-0001-9762-6680, Udayana University, corresponding author), Christine Stephens (0000-0003-1325-3579, Massey University), Tracy Morison (0000-0001-9088-1662, Massey University)
Year2023
Volume21
Issue3
Pages339-359
Publication date2023-07-03
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Intergenerational Relationships (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1535-0770 • E-ISSN: 1535-0932
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/15350770.2022.2059606
OpenAlexW4220781118
LanguageEN
Citations received5
References cited28

Little is known about how local knowledge informs the way that families provide care for older people beyond the role played by the cultural values of obligation and reciprocity. Better understanding of the role of local knowledge in caregiving practices can contribute to the improvement of support for family caregiving in particular contexts. Addressing this knowledge gap, this study identifies forms of local knowledge that play a role in the way care is provided for older family members in multigenerational Balinese households. Narrative interviews were conducted with 49 members of 11 multigenerational households in Bali. Using thematic analysis, four important forms of local knowledge were identified: (i) caring as intergenerational obligation; (ii) caring to meet needs; (iii) caring in harmony; and (iv) caring through social connections. These local findings contribute to the global discussion on family relationships, the role of social networks, and medical practices on aging and policy

Narrative · Obligation · Political science · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues · Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving · Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies · Psychology · Social Psychology

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