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Jane Price's thesis defense

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Ms. Jane Price defended her dissertation, “A Comparative Study of France and England Regarding Policies for the Care of the Elderly,” on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.

Summary:

A Comparative Study of France and England Regarding Policies for Caring for the Elderly Caring for the elderly remains an aspect of life that can affect every member of our societies. The current approach is often called into question, and the various economic and humanistic policies—including political choices regarding the care of dependent individuals—are among the causes of organizational dysfunction. A comparison of the guidelines regarding the care of older adults in France and England confirms the existence of two models that are similar yet also very different. These two countries—so close and yet so far apart—share a history of developing solutions for supporting the elderly population. These various proposals are compared, and their impact is taken into account when identifying how the individual is cared for within the community. History, cultures, societal attitudes toward solidarity, the status of the elderly, and economic and legislative perspectives are among the factors that influence care offerings today. A closer look at the current realities faced by residents—the people most directly affected, and often the last to be able to speak out or be heard—is made possible by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has exposed the system’s flaws. We have identified the range of national and institutional policies to help us understand the issues at stake and consider the need to develop a new policy centered on residents in French care facilities or English care homes.

Keywords: policies, care, older adults, care facilities, comparison.

Jury members:

  • Mr. Laurent VISIER, Thesis Advisor
  • Mr. Eric MACÉ, University of Bordeaux, Rapporteur
  • Mr. Sebastien COLSON, Aix-Marseille University, Rapporteur
  • Mr. Marc SMYRL, University of Montpellier, Examiner
  • Ms. Jill MANTHORPE, University of London, Examiner
  • Ms. Geneviève ZOÏA, University of Montpellier, Examiner