Abstract
Globally our populations are ageing and with this trend, there is a rise in chronic
disease. We know that lifestyle and environment are significant contributors to risk
for disease, quality of life and function. Despite this representing an opportunity
to improve health and quality of life in ageing, there is a paucity of research in
this field. The social aspects of this period of development which have been most
researched include employment, function and disability. Grand-parenting is one of
the most popular sources of childcare in the world and therefore research investigating
this role is of vital significance.
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: July 20, 2016
Accepted:
July 7,
2016
Received:
July 2,
2016
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