Caring for the Elderly in Japan and the US - 9780415223522

Taylor & Francis

This volume provides a broader picture of how elder care is defined at a time when ageing is becoming increasingly defined as a social problem. It is a valuable source for researchers in health and welfare, social policy and gerontology. > In an era of changing demographics and values, this volume provides a cross-national and interdisciplinary perspective on the question of who cares for and about the elderly. The contributors reflect on research studies, experimental programmes and personal experience in Japan and the United States to explicitly compare how policies, practices and interpretations of elder care are evolving at the turn of the century. > Introduction\nSusan O. Long Assuring Care: Government Policies and Programs 1. Cultural meanings of 'security' in ageing policies Akiko Hashimoto 2. The socioeconomic context of Japanese social policy for ageing\nDaisaku Maeda 3. From the new deal to the new millennium: bridging the gap in US health and ageing policy\nBrett R.h