ObjectivesTo gain an in-depth understanding of parent/carers' perspectives on, and decision-making about, early childhood care in general, and paid childcare specifically, in informal settlements in Nairobi.DesignIn-depth telephone interviews, conducted using a topic guide, were analysed through a com...
Because of this gap in evaluated interventions for ICs of patients with progressive incurable cancer and non-cancer diseases in Germany, we developed, manualised and implemented the psychoeducational intervention “Being an informal caregiver – strengthening resources” and conducted a mixed methods pilot...
we examine the role of informal networks in the social exclusion of women in the workforce. Although legislation in the country is in favor of gender equality, we found that informal barriers in the workplace remain difficult to overcome. Informal networks in Korea,yongo, present an ethical...
Some CHHs had been previously reliant on this support and had to seek alternative ways of accessing food. This was linked with social networks as a single mother further reported how relief food given during COVID-19 was very ‘discriminative’ and only well-connected people in the community wo...
As well as new and shifting roles, carers also described juggling existing responsibilities, including work, childcare and household duties. Support to maintain work responsibilities was a key need identified by many participants. While many carers were able to negotiate leave arrangements or flexible ...