Concepts:
The Convoy Model
This link outlines the concept of the social convoy model.
http://adultdevelopmenttheories.pbworks.com/w/page/1422281/The-Convoy-Model
How Multigenerational Families Live Under One Roof
Especially in today's society, families are learning and coping to live under the same roof. According to our book, multigenerational families have grown to almost sixty percent. This provides a great support system, having all of your family so close.
http://www.lhj.com/relationships/family/raising-kids/multigenerational-households/
Gay and Lesbian Aging
Many gay and lesbian couples tend to remain silent about their sexual orientation. There are many factors that are related between heterosexual and homosexual relationships. Many thought that if an elder was gay or lesbian, they were depressed, isolated, or sexless. These all are not true.
http://www.webster.edu/~woolflm/oldergay.html
Multi generational Families living under the same roof
It has come to a point to where many families are living under the same roof. They are even creating communities for multigenerational families.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Paztw0QG6sk
I ended up choosing this chapter because I think that family, friends, and community support is very important to have when you grow older. It is what keeps you going. I know that without my family now, I would be no where; I can't even imagine not having a family when I am older.
In today's society, many more families are starting to live under the same roof. This is not only because of the support aspect, but because of the economic downfall that the U.S. has been experiencing. This is a great way to save money for those families and is also a great support system because there is always somebody there.
Definitions:
Social networks-the interrelationships and interactions among individuals that affect the flow of resources and support.
Intergenerational stake hypothesis- pattern whereby the older generation tends to be more invested in future generations around transmission of values and resources.
skipped-generation household- where the parent generation is absent.
empty nest-normative for middle-aged parents when adult children leave home for college or employment.
custodial grandparents-grandparents who have legal custody of their grandchildren when adult children are unable to provide adequate care.
intimacy at a distance-strong emotional ties among family members even though they do not live near each other.
blended families-families whose membership comprise blood and non-blood relationships through divorce or remarriage.
formal kinship care- placement of children with relatives by the state child foster care.
natural helpers- people who assist others because of their concern, interest, and innate understanding.
reciprocal change- sharing resources and assistance among individuals
I ended up choosing this chapter because I think that family, friends, and community support is very important to have when you grow older. It is what keeps you going. I know that without my family now, I would be no where; I can't even imagine not having a family when I am older.
In today's society, many more families are starting to live under the same roof. This is not only because of the support aspect, but because of the economic downfall that the U.S. has been experiencing. This is a great way to save money for those families and is also a great support system because there is always somebody there.
Definitions:
Social networks-the interrelationships and interactions among individuals that affect the flow of resources and support.
Intergenerational stake hypothesis- pattern whereby the older generation tends to be more invested in future generations around transmission of values and resources.
skipped-generation household- where the parent generation is absent.
empty nest-normative for middle-aged parents when adult children leave home for college or employment.
custodial grandparents-grandparents who have legal custody of their grandchildren when adult children are unable to provide adequate care.
intimacy at a distance-strong emotional ties among family members even though they do not live near each other.
blended families-families whose membership comprise blood and non-blood relationships through divorce or remarriage.
formal kinship care- placement of children with relatives by the state child foster care.
natural helpers- people who assist others because of their concern, interest, and innate understanding.
reciprocal change- sharing resources and assistance among individuals
