2023 Volume 43 Pages 252-260
Purpose: To identify obstructive and continuation factors at work in working caregivers.
Methods: Semi-structured interview was conducted to working caregivers who were taking care of their elderly closest family members. We assessed obstructive and continuation factors at work from the interview.
Results: We performed a qualitative and inductive analysis from 9 principal caregivers, and 15 categories were identified as obstructive factors at work, which include [time-consuming caregiving]; [difficult time allocation for work against increased demand of caregiving]; [feeling guilty about caregiving to colleagues at workplace]; [anxiety about life and health of caregivers themselves]; and [shortage of required information on caregiving]. For continuation factors, 8 categories were identified including [understanding of caregiving and support from family and colleagues]; and [working place environment supportive to both work and caregiving].
Conclusion: Results suggest that working caregivers should not wish perfect caregiving but maintain healthy condition for continuation of caregiving. Supports from family members and colleagues at workplace, and use of public services for caregiving are important to avoid isolation of working caregivers.
