Relationship between Care Provided by Foster Families and Psychosocial Well-Being of Children Affected by Hiv And Aids in Kiambu County, Kenya
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Date
2019
Authors
Ashioya, Damaris Shihundu
Ogola, Lucy Kathuri
Waudo, Judith
Koinange, Wawire
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IJSSIF
Abstract
The study sought to evaluate the relationship between care provided by foster families and
psychosocial well-being of children affected by HIV and AIDS in Kiambu County. The study adopted a crosssectional
survey because it is suitable for collecting data at a single point in time. Multi-stage cluster sampling
was used to select 345 children aged 10-17 years from a target population of 3780 children. The study relied
on key informant interview guides, questionnaires, observation checklist and child drawings for collection of
data. Validity and reliability tests were done to establish the gaps in the research instrument using the
Cronbach Alpha method. The formulated hypothesis was tested using chi-square and factor analysis.
Qualitative data was transcribed, coded and categorized into themes and words to allow for analysis and
presentation. Results of the study established that there was a significant relationship between care provided
by foster families and psychosocial well-being of CAHA based on results of factor analysis at 61.4% and chisquare
results (χ2= 4.6607; df= 4; p=0.001). This study concluded that there was a significant relationship
between care provided by foster families and psychosocial well-being of children affected by HIV and AIDS.
The study recommended that national and county governments and non-governmental organizations can
ensure sustainability of families and communities by empowering them with knowledge and skills for CAHA
to thrive in responsive environments. The study recommended that the Kenya government should commit
resources to promote the psychosocial well-being of CAHA at various levels through government-mandated
departments. The study will provide credible practical information to identify gaps in knowledge and
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Keywords
Foster Families, Psychosocial Support, CAHA