October 1, 2025BMC NursingOpen Access

‘More blessing than burden’ African family carers’ beliefs and experiences caring for their older relatives in New South Wales, Australia

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AIAnthony Obinna IwuagwuUNSW Sydney EFE.H. Azana FernandezUNSW Sydney APAbner Weng Cheong PoonUNSW Sydney

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Qualitative analysis reveals complex beliefs and challenges among family carers for older adults, indicating the need for culturally sensitive support.

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African family carers demonstrate strong commitment to caregiving, but face significant burdens.
Qualitative interviews with family carers revealed themes of beliefs, care choices, and support needs.
The research emphasizes the necessity for culturally sensitive approaches to aged care support.
Participants shared mixed experiences that reflect both fulfillment and challenges in caregiving roles.

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Iwuagwu et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68dd89e6fe798ba2fc498256 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-025-03884-2

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Qualitative analysis reveals complex beliefs and challenges among family carers for older adults, indicating the need for culturally sensitive support.

‘More blessing than burden’ African family carers’ beliefs and experiences caring for their older relatives in New South Wales, Australia

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‘More blessing than burden’ African family carers’ beliefs and experiences caring for their older relatives in New South Wales, Australia

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