Caregivers, Children and Families

This course investigates the status of caregivers in Canadian society, in relation to their contribution to the welfare of children and families. Care-giving as it applies to children, youth, and the elderly is examined, and societal recognition for the role is assessed. Some of the issues focused on are the following: work, values, and recognition; paid and unpaid work; volunteerism and professionalism; and the division of work by gender. Implications for children and the family are considered. This course may be credited towards Social Welfare and Social Development.