POLICY SERIES: WHAT IS “GOOD WORK” IN LONG-TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS? SETTING A RESEARCH AND POLICY AGENDA FOR DIRECT CARE WORK
2024
Good Work in Long-Term Care: Research and Policy Agenda
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Author Information
Author(s): Morgan Jennifer, Taylor Philip, Behrens Liza
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
Raising standards of care work job quality is essential to improve the life quality of both clients and workers.
Conclusion
Improving job quality in long-term care is crucial for enhancing outcomes for both clients and workers.
Supporting Evidence
- Person-centered care delivery is widely accepted as delivering optimal client outcomes.
- Job quality is a crucial determinant of well-being for individuals and society.
Takeaway
This study talks about how important it is to make jobs in care work better so that both the people who need care and the workers are happier.
Methodology
The symposium includes discussions and feedback from workers and union leaders using a community-engaged co-design framework.
Participant Demographics
Includes workers and union leaders from the SEIU 775 Washington.
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