Perceptions of relationship change and caregiver satisfaction.

Elderly pairs (133) of unmarried mothers and adult caregiving daughters were interviewed about the impact of caregiving on their relationship. Daughters also rated their satisfaction with the caregiving role. Most mothers and daughters reported no change or positive effects of caregiving on their relationship. Daughters who reported positive effects or no change had positive evaluations of, and were satisfied with, the caregiving role. The implications for family service providers are discussed.