Ethnic disparities in social and economic well-being of the immigrant aged in Australia |
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Authors: | Siew-Ean Khoo |
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Institution: | (1) Australian Demographic and Social Research Institute, The Australian National University, Bldg 9, Canberra, ACT, 0200, Australia |
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Abstract: | The paper examines ethnic differences in the social and economic well-being of the immigrant aged in Australia and the factors
affecting older immigrants’ well-being as measured by a number of indicators. The data analysis is guided by the concept of
the ‘Third Age’ as the basis for a more positive approach to the discussion of ageing and as a life-cycle stage of independent
living in old age, focusing on the pursuit of an active retirement and the absence of core activity restrictions. Data from
the 2006 population census on living arrangements, need for assistance with daily activities, income, participation in paid
work and volunteering, and provision of care to other family members are used to examine the social and economic well-being
of the immigrant population aged 65 and over identified by their country or region of origin and in comparison with the Australian-born
aged. Policy implications of the research findings are discussed. |
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