August 8, 2025Open Access

The Role of Religion and Culture in Intergenerational Transnational Caregiving: Perspectives from Nigerian Christian Immigrants in Northern BC

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Qualitative analysis reveals how religion and cultural values shape elder care responsibilities for Nigerian immigrants in Canada.

Elder care is viewed as a moral obligation shaped by both religion and cultural traditions, emphasizing familial duty and spirituality.
Participants expressed a strong preference for family-based caregiving, linking it to social stigma around institutional care options.
This study utilized qualitative interviews with 10 Nigerian Christian immigrants, exploring their experiences with transnational caregiving responsibilities.
Findings suggest that both religion and culture significantly guide caregiving practices, underscoring the need for supportive resources for transnational caregivers.

Okigbo et al. (2025) studied this question.

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