The essence and meaning of transgenerational care of children with developmental disabilities
Date of Publication
2014
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education Major in Special Education
Subject Categories
Special Education and Teaching
College
Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education
Department/Unit
Educational Leadership and Management
Thesis Adviser
Joel M. Durban
Defense Panel Chair
Waldetrudes M. Sison
Defense Panel Member
Thelma R. Mingoa
AAldrin A. Darilag
Abstract/Summary
This phenomenological study was designed to explore the meaning of lived experiences of grandmothers who provided transgenerational care and support to their grandchildren with developmental disabilities. Three grandmothers who met the inclusion criteria in this study were purposively chosen. Relevant data were gathered using in-depth face to face interview. Moreover, data were subjected to analysis using Colaizzi's descriptive method of phenomenology. The results of the study revealed six themes that encapsulated the transgenerational caregiving experiences of grandmothers. These themes included changes in individual and family roles, developing relationship, support system, coping mechanism, spiritual and cultural rootedness and finding meaning and purpose in life. Performing transgenerational caregiving responsibilities would mean role adjustment among grandmothers however, these experiences brought them a sense of meaning and significance. It also enabled them to prepare the child for independent living through imparting relevant knowledge, skills, values, and beliefs.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Electronic
Accession Number
CDTG006620
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
1 computer optical disc ; 4 3/4 in.
Keywords
Kinship care; Developmental disabilities
Recommended Citation
Villas, R. R. (2014). The essence and meaning of transgenerational care of children with developmental disabilities. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_masteral/5092