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An integrated care model for elderly in home countries: the role of social work and legal services for transnational families

Title
An integrated care model for elderly in home countries: the role of social work and legal services for transnational families
Creator
Bhattacharjee, Anurupa; Bhattacharjee, Anuleena
Description
The need for integrated care for the elderly has grown globally due to ageing populations and the increasing prevalence of chronic health conditions. Many elderly individuals, particularly those in transnational families, face challenges in accessing adequate care and support, as their family members may be dispersed across different countries. This study addresses the role of social work and legal services in supporting elderly individuals in their home countries, focusing on transnational families. The integration of social work practices and legal frameworks is crucial in providing effective care for the elderly in these complex family dynamics. The research explores the challenges faced by elderly individuals and their families, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between social work professionals and legal experts. The study proposes an integrated care model that combines these services to enhance the well-being and rights of elderly individuals in home countries, offering insights into how this model can be applied in transnational family settings. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Institute for Social and Economic Change 2026.
Source
Journal of Social and Economic Development;
Date
01-01-2026
Publisher
Springer
Subject
Caregiving challenges; Elderly care; Integrated care model; Legal services; Social work; Transnational families
Coverage
Bhattacharjee A., Department of Social Work, CHRIST (Deemed to Be University), Bengaluru, India; Bhattacharjee A., University of Engineering and Management, Kolkata, India
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISSN: 9725792;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Article

Citation

Bhattacharjee, Anurupa; Bhattacharjee, Anuleena, “An integrated care model for elderly in home countries: the role of social work and legal services for transnational families,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 19, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/22080.

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