IN MY NANA'S HOUSE: GRANDPARENT HOUSEHOLDS IN FIJI

Authors

Sela Panapasa, University of MichiganFollow

Abstract

This paper uses a combination of household census data and case material to examine change in grandparent status and role in Fiji in the context of develop­ ment and the impacts of modernization and population aging. On one hand, there is more need and pressure for grandparents to be caregivers of grand­ children and sources of stability and continuity within family and home. On the other, there are the increased costs associated with greater longevity among the grandparent generation, such as care of a frail and dependent grandparent. Social exchange theory is used to compare these costs and benefits across five grandparent household types that vary according to composition and headship.

Recommended Citation

Panapasa, Sela (2008) "IN MY NANA'S HOUSE: GRANDPARENT HOUSEHOLDS IN FIJI," Pacific Studies Journal: Vol. 30: No. 3, Article 4.
Available at: https://digitalcollections.byuh.edu/pacific-studies-journal/vol30/iss3/4