Experiences of formal foster parents in Ghana : motivations and challenges
- Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena, Tagoe, Ishmael, Mawutor, Stella Mawusi
- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena , Tagoe, Ishmael , Mawutor, Stella Mawusi
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Ghana , Foster care , Children
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432050 , uj:37306 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K., Tagoe, I. & Mawutor, S.M. 2020. Experiences of formal foster parents in Ghana : motivations and challenges.
- Description: Abstract: In Ghana, reform of the child welfare system is shifting the care of orphans and vulnerable children from residential care to foster care. However, the system has faced difficulties in recruiting foster parents. Therefore, this qualitative research explored the motivations and challenges of foster parents in Accra, the capital city of Ghana. Fifteen foster parents took part in semi-structured interviews that were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. The study found that participants undertook the role of fostering because of their love for children, religious and social obligations, and satisfaction of personal goals. Challenges the foster parents experienced included stigma, financial challenges, and emotional issues as a result of fostering children. The recommendations of the study which aim to help in addressing the challenges confronting foster parents include the provision of financial resources, sensitisation campaigns to reduce the stigma and creation of foster parent associations to help with the emotional issues.
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- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena , Tagoe, Ishmael , Mawutor, Stella Mawusi
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Ghana , Foster care , Children
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432050 , uj:37306 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K., Tagoe, I. & Mawutor, S.M. 2020. Experiences of formal foster parents in Ghana : motivations and challenges.
- Description: Abstract: In Ghana, reform of the child welfare system is shifting the care of orphans and vulnerable children from residential care to foster care. However, the system has faced difficulties in recruiting foster parents. Therefore, this qualitative research explored the motivations and challenges of foster parents in Accra, the capital city of Ghana. Fifteen foster parents took part in semi-structured interviews that were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. The study found that participants undertook the role of fostering because of their love for children, religious and social obligations, and satisfaction of personal goals. Challenges the foster parents experienced included stigma, financial challenges, and emotional issues as a result of fostering children. The recommendations of the study which aim to help in addressing the challenges confronting foster parents include the provision of financial resources, sensitisation campaigns to reduce the stigma and creation of foster parent associations to help with the emotional issues.
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Group work in Ghana with persons living with HIV/ AIDS
- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Social work , Narrative , Group work
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432083 , uj:37309 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K. (2020, 2020/04/02). Group work in Ghana with persons living with HIV/AIDS. Social Work with Groups, 43(1-2), 136-140. https://doi.org/10.1080/01609513.2019.1638650
- Description: Abstract: Social work practice in Ghana involves the use of group work as a method of providing services for clients. However, not much Ghanaian literature exists on group work. The study provides a narrative of a group worker’s facilitation of support group for persons living with HIV/AIDS to highlight the lessons learned from the experience.
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- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Social work , Narrative , Group work
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/432083 , uj:37309 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K. (2020, 2020/04/02). Group work in Ghana with persons living with HIV/AIDS. Social Work with Groups, 43(1-2), 136-140. https://doi.org/10.1080/01609513.2019.1638650
- Description: Abstract: Social work practice in Ghana involves the use of group work as a method of providing services for clients. However, not much Ghanaian literature exists on group work. The study provides a narrative of a group worker’s facilitation of support group for persons living with HIV/AIDS to highlight the lessons learned from the experience.
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Stories of care-leaving : the experiences of a group of resilient young adults on their journey to interdependent living in Ghana
- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Care-leavers , Resilience , Emerging adulthood
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/431997 , uj:37299 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K. A. (2020). Stories of care-leaving: The experiences of a group of resilient young adults on their journey to interdependent living in Ghana. Emerging Adulthood, 8(1), 16-25. https://doi.org/10.1177/2167696818807114
- Description: Abstract: Emerging adulthood is the developmental period from 18 to 25 years of age when young people explore the possibilities of life with support from their parents. However, young people with an out-of-home care background usually navigate this life stage with little or no support. As a result, many care leavers experience poor outcomes including homelessness and low educational achievements. These narratives fuel low expectations and a negative stereotype towards care leavers. This study offers an alternative perspective by sharing positive stories of care leavers. Specifically, it explores the factors that promote the successful transition to emerging adulthood for care leavers in Ghana. Four key themes emerged from the thematic analysis: networks of social support, personal capacities, preparation for adulthood, and positive relationships. These are the factors facilitating the care leavers’ successful transition into emerging adulthood. The study has offered recommendations for policy-making and practice, including extending the statutory leaving care age.
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- Authors: Frimpong-Manso, Kwabena
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Care-leavers , Resilience , Emerging adulthood
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/431997 , uj:37299 , Citation: Frimpong-Manso, K. A. (2020). Stories of care-leaving: The experiences of a group of resilient young adults on their journey to interdependent living in Ghana. Emerging Adulthood, 8(1), 16-25. https://doi.org/10.1177/2167696818807114
- Description: Abstract: Emerging adulthood is the developmental period from 18 to 25 years of age when young people explore the possibilities of life with support from their parents. However, young people with an out-of-home care background usually navigate this life stage with little or no support. As a result, many care leavers experience poor outcomes including homelessness and low educational achievements. These narratives fuel low expectations and a negative stereotype towards care leavers. This study offers an alternative perspective by sharing positive stories of care leavers. Specifically, it explores the factors that promote the successful transition to emerging adulthood for care leavers in Ghana. Four key themes emerged from the thematic analysis: networks of social support, personal capacities, preparation for adulthood, and positive relationships. These are the factors facilitating the care leavers’ successful transition into emerging adulthood. The study has offered recommendations for policy-making and practice, including extending the statutory leaving care age.
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