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Browne, Colette V.; Braun, Kathryn L. – Gerontologist, 2008
With the aging of the world's population comes the rising need for qualified direct long-term-care (DLTC) workers (i.e., those who provide personal care to frail and disabled older adults). Developed nations are increasingly turning to immigrant women to fill these needs. In this article, we examine the impact of three global trends--population…
Descriptors: Public Policy, Supply and Demand, Aging (Individuals), Global Approach