Table 2 Sources of support
(Lowest mean = most important source of support) | Mean Rank |
|---|---|
Husband, wife, or partner | 3.34 |
Son or daughter | 3.90 |
Friend or neighbour | 6.66 |
Brother or sister | 6.82 |
Home help | 7.20 |
Professional carer | 7.25 |
Son−/daughter in law | 7.31 |
Other Family | 7.73 |
Grandchild | 7.80 |
Identified healthcare professionals | 7.80 |
Other community services | 7.93 |
Mother or father | 7.94 |