Age and sex of caregivers. Missing pieces in the analysis of long-term care.
Expanding community care for elderly persons is a pivotal issue in the reform of long-term care. However, the age and sex of caregivers are important concerns that, unless confronted, will undermine the success of these reforms.
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Wellesley Hospital, University of Toronto.
D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D002170:Canada; D017028:Caregivers / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005191:Family Characteristics; D005260:Female; D005783:Gender Identity; D018166:Health Care Reform; D006299:Health Services for the Aged / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D008134:Long-Term Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009864:Ontario; D012737:Sex Factors; D016387:Women's Health