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"Caught in a Generation Gap": A Generation Perspective on Refugees Getting Old in Denmark-A Qualitative Study
Dorthe S Nielsen1,2,3, Lisbeth Minet1,2,3, Lina Zeraig1
11 Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark.
Summary
Vulnerability among older non-Western migrants and their families in Europe is exacerbated by cultural differences and communication barriers. This can lead to ethical dilemmas and increased stress for family caregivers.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Older non-Western migrants in Europe face unique vulnerabilities due to age, language barriers, and differing cultural understandings of health and care.
- These factors contribute to complex care needs within migrant families, particularly those with refugee backgrounds.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore and understand the care needs of families with older members who have a refugee background.
- To gain insight into the lived experiences of vulnerability within these families.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research approach utilizing semistructured individual interviews.
- Family group interviews were also conducted to capture family dynamics.
Main Results:
- Vulnerability can be transmitted between family members, creating cycles of stress.
- Mismatched expectations between older migrants and societal norms lead to ethical dilemmas and difficult decision-making.
- Family members experience increased stress and vulnerability due to caregiving responsibilities.
Conclusions:
- Migration and displacement can create ambivalent feelings in younger relatives regarding caregiving roles for older family members.
- Healthcare professionals must acknowledge and address these complex dynamics to provide culturally sensitive care.
- Culturally congruent healthcare is essential for supporting vulnerable migrant families.
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