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THE IMPACT OF KINSHIP NETWORKS ON OLD-AGE VULNERABILITY IN INDONESIA.

Elisabeth Schröder-Butterfill¹

¹St Antony's College, Oxford University.

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|June 11, 2013

Summary

Elderly care in Java relies on kin networks, especially for childless individuals. Extended, diverse, and connected family ties are crucial for adapting to life changes and ensuring welfare.

Area of Science:

Sociology
Anthropology
Gerontology

Background:

Examines elderly care provision in Java, a developing society with limited formal welfare and nuclear family structures.
Compares Java's context to historical Northwest Europe, noting similarities in socio-demographic and cultural factors influencing old-age care.
Highlights the challenges of care provision for the elderly in contexts with nuclear families and low childlessness rates.

Purpose of the Study:

Re-examines the role of kin in old-age care within a nuclear family system in East Java.
Identifies elders vulnerable to inadequate care by understanding the dynamics of kin networks over time.
Determines which kin network structures best support elderly individuals during crises, such as the loss of a spouse.

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Utilizes longitudinal data from elderly individuals' life histories and support networks in a Javanese village.
Analyzes network membership, exchanges within networks, and network dynamics.
Focuses on the impact of a specific crisis (loss of a wife) on care outcomes.

Main Results:

Characterizes kin networks based on size, composition, location, and social status.
Demonstrates that extended, heterogeneous, and well-connected kin networks are vital for elderly welfare.
Finds these networks are particularly important for childless elderly individuals facing crises.

Conclusions:

Understanding the temporal functioning of kin networks is essential for identifying and supporting vulnerable elders.
Extended and diverse kin networks enhance resilience and welfare for the elderly in developing societies.
The study underscores the critical role of robust social support systems in mitigating the risks associated with aging.