to resolve the workforce issue. As well, the older population can be a proactive member of society by assisting with childcare or provide education to new employees in the workforce. These suggestions can help reduce the financial cost for elderly housing, income supplement, as well as balance out the population problem.
Tax Break for Families Housing the Elders
Parents demonstrate unconditional loved to their new born children. They endure late night hospital visits, providing basic needs and creating an environment of safety and security for their kids. When the responsibility reverses for an adult child with their own family, caring for older parents becomes challenging. In a Western society, most adults are financially stressed and busy. The adult child has to divide his/her time for their nuclear family, self, extracurricular activities, friends, and parents. Some families cannot bear the added stress of caring for another family member that needs constant care and support. Also, the Western idea of independence contributes to the issue of older adults living with their adult children. Many seniors want their own independence, but yearn for family connection. First, an exploration of the pros and cons for elders living in government housing compared to them living with family members. …show more content…
This option is for older persons, who require medical assistance, cannot afford or maintain their home, are lonely, and have no support. However, there are limitations to living in these residences such as theft, caregiver abuse, and separation from family including friends. The definition of caregiving is “support provided to individuals when their health has deteriorated and they can no longer function independently” (Chappell & Hollander, 2013, pp. 31-32). When caregivers act in a way that defies their role of support their vulnerable clients, the above limitations can
Tax Break for Families Housing the Elders
Parents demonstrate unconditional loved to their new born children. They endure late night hospital visits, providing basic needs and creating an environment of safety and security for their kids. When the responsibility reverses for an adult child with their own family, caring for older parents becomes challenging. In a Western society, most adults are financially stressed and busy. The adult child has to divide his/her time for their nuclear family, self, extracurricular activities, friends, and parents. Some families cannot bear the added stress of caring for another family member that needs constant care and support. Also, the Western idea of independence contributes to the issue of older adults living with their adult children. Many seniors want their own independence, but yearn for family connection. First, an exploration of the pros and cons for elders living in government housing compared to them living with family members. …show more content…
This option is for older persons, who require medical assistance, cannot afford or maintain their home, are lonely, and have no support. However, there are limitations to living in these residences such as theft, caregiver abuse, and separation from family including friends. The definition of caregiving is “support provided to individuals when their health has deteriorated and they can no longer function independently” (Chappell & Hollander, 2013, pp. 31-32). When caregivers act in a way that defies their role of support their vulnerable clients, the above limitations can