Older Blacks' Predictions of their Social Support Networks

Authors

Brenda Crawley, University of Kansas

Abstract

Predicting resources for one's later years is risky and evokes feelings of vulnerability. Findings from a study of older blacks reveal that while race and culture may predispose clients to prefer certain resources, such as spouses and children, others realistically expect kin and friends to care for them. The heterogeneous nature of the black elderly suggests an open posture be maintained in assessing support resources for those who face short- or long- term care needs.

Recommended Citation

Crawley, Brenda (1987) "Older Blacks' Predictions of their Social Support Networks," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 14: Iss. 1, Article 6.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1794
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol14/iss1/6