Training and Supporting Older People to Be Home or Community Based Carers

Ninety per cent of care for people living with HIV is carried out in the home, by family or members of the community. Many of these carers are older people, predominantly older women. This document provides guidelines for addressing challenges faced by older carers (including poor health, financial hardships, psychosocial impacts, time poverty and stigma) and for training and supporting older carers.

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HelpAge International

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2013

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