People, Care and Work in the Home

The book explores how contemporary homes are facing challenges from operational, economic, spatial, social, and wellbeing perspectives, and how the changing demographics of society have impacted the dynamics and relationships within the home. It brings together 17 different contributions from scholars, researchers, and practitioners from different disciplinary and professional backgrounds, and is organized into three parts that look at the triangle of people + work + care in the home.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book presents a novel global perspective on the challenges faced by contemporary homes from operational, economic, spatial, social, and wellbeing perspectives. It explores the evolving dynamics within homes due to changing demographics, encompassing factors such as multiple work relationships, domestic work, care for older individuals, and support for people with special needs. While the home is a universal concept that permeates every aspect of our lives, its influence on health and wellbeing remains largely understudied.

This book brings together 17 diverse contributions from scholars, researchers, and practitioners from various disciplinary and professional backgrounds, including three feature articles by renowned figures like Lord Best and Baroness Hollins. The chapters are organized into three parts that examine the interplay between people, work, and care within the home. In the context of homes evolving into local hubs for care and well-being, this volume serves as a critical and valuable addition to the existing literature in social sciences, humanities, economics, culture, care, and wellbeing within the domestic sphere.

The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted challenges faced by contemporary homes, providing valuable insights into the evolving nature of residential spaces and the impact they have on individuals, families, and communities. By examining these challenges from a global perspective, the book contributes to a better understanding of the complex dynamics and complexities of modern homes and offers practical solutions and strategies for addressing them.

Whether you are an academic, researcher, practitioner, or simply interested in the field of housing and wellbeing, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the contemporary home and its role in shaping our lives.

Weight: 567g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367495022