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What is Elderly Parent

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Biopsychosocial Perspectives and Practices for Addressing Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases
An individual who is 60 and above years of older taking a responsibility of providing care and support to children.
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Elderly Grandparents as Caregivers of Children Affected or Infected by HIV and AIDS in Namibia
Eveline N. Kalomo (Wichita State University, USA) and Simon George Taukeni (University of Namibia, Rundu Campus, Namibia)
Copyright: © 2020 |Pages: 16
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-2139-7.ch005
Abstract
Kinship care is one of the most prevalent forms of placement that is used for children affected and/or infected by HIV and AIDS in Namibia. However, the literature lacks a systematic theory-informed understanding with respect to what is currently known about caregivers generally and specifically, elderly caregivers of orphans, and vulnerable children (OVC) in sub-Saharan Africa. This foundational chapter attempts to provide readers with content to assist in their understanding of the characteristics, role, and experiences of kinship elderly caregivers of children affected and/or infected by HIV and AIDS. In addition, the chapter highlights what is known about children living with HIV in Namibia. Finally, the chapter offers suggestions for policy and practice.
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