Caregiving Intensity and Work Participation
Author Information
Author(s): Qu Shan, Burr Jeffrey
Primary Institution: University of Massachusetts Boston
Hypothesis
Does caregiving intensity affect labor force participation among caregivers, and are income and paid help moderating factors?
Conclusion
Higher caregiving intensity is linked to lower part-time work likelihood, while having paid help and higher income increases the chances of working part-time or full-time.
Supporting Evidence
- High-intensity caregivers are less likely to work part-time compared to those not working.
- Having a paid helper increases the likelihood of working part-time and full-time.
- Higher household income is associated with increased likelihood of part-time and full-time work.
Takeaway
If you take care of someone a lot, you might not work as much, but getting help and having more money can help you work more.
Methodology
Data from the National Health and Aging Trends Study and the National Study of Caregiving were used to analyze caregiving intensity and labor force participation.
Participant Demographics
Caregivers participating in the National Health and Aging Trends Study and the National Study of Caregiving.
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