Description

For sample adults age 55 and over, CARETAKEDAYS reports if the person had someone (friend, relative, or neighbor) to take care of them for a few days if necessary.

This variable was introduced as part of the 1984 Study on Aging supplement. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

There are no comparability issues.

Universe

Availability

• 1984

Weights

• 1984 : SAMPWEIGHT