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Acting up: Role ambiguity and the legal recognition of carers.

Authors :
Gillies, Brenda
Source :
Ageing & Society; Jul2000, Vol. 20 Issue 4, p429, 16p
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Examines the realities of caring for a relative with dementia in the context of three particular aspects of caring activities which relate to role ambiguity. Establishment of Carers Act in Great Britain; Needs of carers; Relationship of carers with formal services; Carers' position on being experienced and skilled in caring for their relatives.

Subjects

Subjects :
CAREGIVERS
DEMENTIA patients
CARING

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Language :
English
ISSN :
0144686X
Volume :
20
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Ageing & Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
3534328
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0144686X99007825
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