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Africa is a continent not a country. Within the continent there are many different cultures, religions, social structures, and socioeconomic groups. There are areas that have been ravaged by war, AIDS, drought and economically successful regions and countries.
So when you ask a blanket question about such a large diverse continent, there is no way to answer it.
Most of our Members are from the US. Then Canada and the UK. Then a smattering of other countries.
Caregiving is very hard. And the responsibility that goes with it can be overwhelming. (taking care of the home, grocery shopping, handling the finances) I only did hands on for 20 months and was stressed out. My Moms gone and I am still dealing with a house that is falling down. There r people on this forum that have been doing it for years. Its a thankless job and some have to deal with verbal abuse.
What you are doing is great. Hopefully you can find resources for these people.
FFTESS, the caregivers and Aides I have had a chance to meet who were from Africa, mainly Ghana, were extremely caring to both my parents who lived here in the States. Could it be that good caregivers are emigrating to the U.S.?
I think it varies enormously, doesn't it? - just like Africa itself.
Looking at your profile, I wonder if you will find this article interesting - https://www.nyasatimes.com/are-we-taking-care-of-malawi-senior-citizens/ - it's from 2015, and I hope it will help you find others working in the same, very important field.
I would also note that there might be more caregiving professionals at work throughout Africa if affluent countries didn't entice them away. But I admit at once that this is not a simple issue with a simple answer.
My daughter has worked here in the US with a number of African health workers. Mostly CNAs. Surprises me that they relocate here for a job that pays $10 starting pay. Some are men.
Not being a fan of broad statements - especially those that sweep large segments of a population into a generalized poor light - I did some quick looking on the internet to try to find a few facts.
I saw a couple studies that were just a couple years old. One from an organization connected to The United Nations.
Of the ten countries listed as “worst” to be living as an elderly individual, six were in fact, African nations. The other four were mainly Middle East.
Reasons listed for being considered in such poor standing were:
Overall, a short life expectancy much past 65 - for various reasons.
Little to no retirement plans or pensions for elderly individuals once they can no longer earn an income.
Little educational opportunity.
Still, I hate to see such a broad generalization or stereotype - especially in regards to underdeveloped and/or poor countries that continue to struggle with civil wars, AIDS epidemics, corrupt governments, etc. I expect many are just trying their best to make it through the day.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
So when you ask a blanket question about such a large diverse continent, there is no way to answer it.
Caregiving is very hard. And the responsibility that goes with it can be overwhelming. (taking care of the home, grocery shopping, handling the finances) I only did hands on for 20 months and was stressed out. My Moms gone and I am still dealing with a house that is falling down. There r people on this forum that have been doing it for years. Its a thankless job and some have to deal with verbal abuse.
What you are doing is great. Hopefully you can find resources for these people.
Looking at your profile, I wonder if you will find this article interesting - https://www.nyasatimes.com/are-we-taking-care-of-malawi-senior-citizens/ - it's from 2015, and I hope it will help you find others working in the same, very important field.
I would also note that there might be more caregiving professionals at work throughout Africa if affluent countries didn't entice them away. But I admit at once that this is not a simple issue with a simple answer.
I saw a couple studies that were just a couple years old. One from an organization connected to The United Nations.
Of the ten countries listed as “worst” to be living as an elderly individual, six were in fact, African nations. The other four were mainly Middle East.
Reasons listed for being considered in such poor standing were:
Overall, a short life expectancy much past 65 - for various reasons.
Little to no retirement plans or
pensions for elderly individuals once they can no longer earn an income.
Little educational opportunity.
Still, I hate to see such a broad generalization or stereotype - especially in regards to underdeveloped and/or poor
countries that continue to struggle with civil wars, AIDS epidemics, corrupt governments, etc. I expect many are just trying their best to make it through the day.