THE CAREGIVING BURDEN OF CHINESE OLDER ADULTS AT THE END OF LIFE: THE ROLE OF LIVING ARRANGEMENT AND COVID-19 PANDEMIC
2024
Caregiving Burden of Chinese Older Adults at the End of Life
Sample size: 1043
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Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Shuo, Zhang Wenjun
Primary Institution: Renmin University of China
Hypothesis
The study explores the association between living arrangement and caregiving burden during the end-of-life stage before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conclusion
Caregivers of older adults living alone or in certain family structures experienced higher caregiving burdens, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers of older adults living alone had higher caregiving burdens.
- The COVID-19 pandemic increased caregiving burden.
- Caregivers in certain family structures faced more challenges during the pandemic.
Takeaway
This study found that older adults living alone or in specific family types need more help, especially during the pandemic.
Methodology
Ordered logistic regression models were used to examine the impact of living arrangement and pandemic on caregiving burden.
Participant Demographics
Chinese older adults who died between 2017 and 2021.
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