Lines of Research
Care, Gender and Society: A look at the Sociocultural Aspects of Care Practices
It seeks to characterize and study the reality of care in Chile, taking into account the experiences of caregivers, gender inequalities, the implementation of the National Support and Care System, and the role of community-based care.
Informal and Formal Care of Older People: Challenges of Longevity
It aims to explore protective factors in caregiving in order to evaluate and design interventions that promote the well-being of informal and formal caregivers and the autonomy of older adults.
.Care Versus Accompaniment: Modern Dilemmas of Care in the Area of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
It seeks to understand the positive aspects, tensions, and dilemmas faced by family members and other stakeholders as they accompany and support children, youth, and adults with IDD in their daily lives, with the aim of promoting the design of training programs that enable this group and their families to fully exercise their rights and participate effectively in society.
Technology and Care: Unlocking the Potential of Technology as Appropriate Support for Care Processes
To understand and strengthen the use of technology in care by identifying needs, expectations, and best practices; developing and implementing technological support tools; and providing guidance on their appropriate use based on individuals’ characteristics and needs.