The precariousness of asylum-seekers' care and support: informal care within and because of the immigration process. (24th February 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Herz, Marcus; Andreasson, Jesper; Andréasson, Frida
• Is Part Of: International journal of care and caring. Volume 7:Number 1(2023)
• Page Start: 50
• Page End: 66
• Publication Date: 2023-02-24
• Subjects: informal care -- asylum-seekers -- deportability -- migration
• DOI: 10.1332/239788221X16456304482483
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2397-8821

Abstract

Abstract : Using ethnographic data, this article aims to analyse the provision of informal care by asylum-seekers in Sweden and how this intersects with the(ir) asylum process. The article argues that asylum-seekers are framed by the Swedish welfare system and immigration authorities as ungrievable and deportable, which not only impedes their access to formal care systems and values, but also creates a strong need for informal care. Further, it is suggested that the informal care provided by asylum-seekers should be included in current debate on informal care and its impact on people's lives.