WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU: A qualitative study of high-end assisted living communities in Chile based on 40 staff, resident, and family interviews found that managers explain these communities’ purpose as meeting the need for household help, making it a class privilege for wealthy residents. Residents view their communities as a luxury and emphasize their choice to live there, indicating control and independence. This research highlights how social class influences perceptions and acceptance of different forms of care.
Class and Culture in the Making of an Assisted Living Market
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU: A qualitative study of high-end assisted living communities in Chile based on 40 staff, resident, and family interviews found that managers explain these communities’ purpose as meeting the need for household help, making it a class privilege for wealthy residents. Residents view their communities as a luxury and emphasize their choice to live there, indicating control and independence. This research highlights how social class influences perceptions and acceptance of different forms of care.
