The oldest generation is oft. en relied upon to assist with caring for the youngest generation, while those who can work get jobs outside of the home. When parents condition severely deteriorates formal services may be used by the family, hospitalization, however, is rare (Holmes & Holmes, 1995).
Why concepts of caring for our elderly differ from culture to culture is intriguing. Many factors play a role in the care of our elderly. In many cultures, they see the benefit and honor in caring for their elderly. I too come from a family that cares for their elderly in the home, we believe that this generation has an insight and wisdom that we can grow and learn from and that they can teach our children things that this modern world just does not