Unpaid Work in Nursing Homes by Hugh Armstrong, Susan Braedle... - 9781447366164

Name: Unpaid Work in Nursing Homes by Hugh Armstrong, Susan Braedle... - 9781447366164
Brand: Bristol University Press

Bristol University Press

Explore the complex landscape of unpaid work in nursing homes with this insightful book. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of unpaid care and the increased need for it. Drawing on extensive research across Canada, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the UK, and the US, this book meticulously documents the diverse unpaid contributions from residents, relatives, volunteers, and staff within nursing home settings. It reveals the fluid nature of boundaries between paid and unpaid labor, demonstrating how these distinctions shift based on varying conditions, times, locations, and the intersectional identities of individuals involved. By analyzing the intricate labor processes inherent in nursing homes, this study offers crucial understanding vital for effective planning of post-pandemic nursing home care. This educational paperback provides valuable insights for academics, healthcare professionals, and policymakers interested in the future of elder care. Summary: Unpaid Work in Nursing Homes, Educational, Paperback, 146 pages, published in 2023 by Policy Press, written by Pat Armstrong.