The Family Caregiving programme is the first major programme dedicated to understanding family care of older persons in the Southern African region. In working with academics, policymakers and NGOs from the region and beyond, we aim to improve the attention and support family caregivers and older persons receive locally and regionally. Our data will help us understand how family members’ social relationships shape care by examining the financial, social and health consequences of care. By investigating challenges to carers’ and care receivers’ relationships, we aim to better inform how the state, communities, NGOs and individuals can support family care. WE DESIGNED A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMME WHICH INCLUDES: A research study which adopts a qualitative longitudinal explorative approach to understanding family care in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Malawi An expansive public engagement and collaborative approach which builds relationships with communities, NGOs, government officials and the wider media to increase awareness and increase attention on the issue of family care of older persons A researcher development focus which creates a supportive environment for researchers to progress in their careers.
