The Role of Caregiving for Older Family Members in Communities
A special issue of Social Sciences (ISSN 2076-0760). This special issue belongs to the section "Family Studies".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 8
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The upcoming Special Issue, "The Role of Caregiving for Older Family Members in Communities," aims to explore the multidimensional roles of informal caregivers who provide constant care to their older family members. As different places around the world face the challenges of population ageing and the shortage of resources in social and medical care, understanding the complex issues related to family caregiving from different angles has become vital for providing more cohesive support for caregivers. This Issue seeks submissions from diverse academic disciplines, including clinical medicine, mental and physical health, social work, nursing, social policy, and urban planning. It shall provide a holistic view of caregiving across different contexts. Contributions are suggested to focus on innovative intervention approaches and practices, policy analysis, or strategies for creating caregiver-friendly environments. Through discussions on family caregivers’ experiences, needs, and challenges, this volume aims to serve as an essential reference for service providers, community workers, and policymakers in planning for effective and adequate support for caregivers in need.
Dr. Vincent W.P. Lee
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- informal caregivers
- family caregiving
- ageing society
- mental health
- physical health
- social care
- caregiver-friendly environments
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