Race and Ethnic Differences in Attitudes Toward Family-Based Support for Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Quashie Nekehia, Mehta Neil
Primary Institution: University of Rhode Island
Hypothesis
There are ethnic variations in attitudes toward familial responsibility for older adults among Black Americans.
Conclusion
Caribbean Blacks are more likely to support mixed family and government responsibility for financial support to older adults compared to African Americans.
Supporting Evidence
- Caribbean Blacks were more likely than African Americans to support mixed family and government responsibility for financial support.
- Non-Hispanic Whites were less likely than African Americans to support mainly government responsibility.
- Caribbean Blacks were more likely than African Americans to support mainly government responsibility for household support.
Takeaway
Different groups of Black Americans think differently about how families should help older adults, especially when it comes to money and support.
Methodology
Data was drawn from the National Survey of American Life-Reinterview conducted between 2001 and 2003.
Limitations
The study focuses only on attitudes among specific ethnic groups and may not represent all perspectives.
Participant Demographics
Participants included African Americans, Caribbean Blacks, and non-Hispanic Whites aged 40 and older.
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