Wellbeing and Agency Among Relatives of Persons With Lower‐Limb Amputations in Trinidad and Tobago

Considering Sen’s Capability Approach, Ethics of Care Framework and Social Model of Disability and Wellbeing

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ID6426994
AuthorsBephyer Parey (0000-0002-3682-2626), Hannah Enightoola (0000-0001-5886-4299), Elisabeth L Kutscher (0000-0002-4609-1601), Saleem Varachhia (0000-0002-6743-4968)
EditorsRaeann G Leblanc
Year2025
Volume2025
Issue1
Publication date2025-01-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueHealth & Social Care in the Community (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0966-0410 • E-ISSN: 1365-2524
PublisherWiley (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1155/hsc/6282676
OpenAlexW4417102843
LanguageEN
References cited33

The study explores wellbeing and agency among relatives of persons with lower‐limb amputations in Trinidad and Tobago. Using a basic, interpretivist qualitative design, interview data were collected from 17 relatives of persons with amputations, purposively sampled across Trinidad and Tobago. Constant comparison analysis revealed three themes related to the conflicting views of care, variations in the social context, and changing perceptions and options for wellbeing and agency among relatives. Against the backdrop of Sen’s capability approach, ethics of care framework, and the social model of disability and wellbeing, recommendations to enhance wellbeing and agency of relatives of persons with amputations include improved accessibility of public spaces, increased education about limb loss and disability, increased work opportunities for persons with amputations, and counseling services for relatives. Policy revisions are also required to address the multidimensional care views of relatives, the burden experienced by individuals within family networks, and the various rights associated with care

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