Table 3 Description of relative participants
Participant Pseudonym | Age-band and Gender | Description | Interview Details | Level of Participation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Martin (A) | 60–65, M | Wendy’s far-distant relative. Visits once a fortnight. | Interview took place in entrance area during lunch. | Observation and Interview |
Sylvia (A) | 60–65, F | Wendy’s far-distant relative. Visits once a fortnight. | Interview took place in entrance area during lunch. | Observation and Interview |
Greg (A) | 30–35, M | Visits Mother once a fortnight. Attended with his daughter. | Interview took place in dining room after lunch. | Interview |
Robert (A) | 60–65, M | Cilla’s brother. Visits once a fortnight. | Interview took place in dining room after lunch. | Observation and Interview |
Catrina (B) | 85–90, F | Visits husband every day. Very active woman, keen to do as much as possible to care for husband. | Interview took place in Catrina’s husband’s room during lunch. | Observation and Interview |
Yulanda (B) | 35–40, F | Penny’s daughter. Visits 3–4 times a week. | Interview took place in quiet lounge area during lunch. | Observation and Interview |