Migrant Caregivers of Older People in Spain: Qualitative Insights into Relatives’ Experiences
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Morales Gazquez, María José; Medina Artiles, Epifanía Natalia; López Liria, Remedios; Aguilar Parra, José Manuel; Trigueros Ramos, Rubén; [et al.]Date
2020-04-24Abstract
The traditional structure of families is undergoing profound changes, causing the so-called “crisis of family care.” This study describes the experiences and emotions of the family member who hires migrant caregivers for the older people. This is a qualitative study using a phenomenological design with nine women participants between 53 and 72 years of age. The data collection was carried out through two in-depth interviews and a focus group. There were three major topics: (1) the women in this study recognized that they were not able to take care of the family member directly, due to their responsibilities as female workers and mothers. The fact that migrant caregivers were chosen was conjunctural, where economic reasons were more important. (2) The family members supported the caregivers by teaching them about care and also resolving conflicts produced by culture shock. (3) Trusting the caregiver was a gradual process; the family members felt a complex set of emotions (insecurity, gr...
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caregiver
family
older adults
emotions
experiences
migrant