Bertha takes on her caregiving responsibilities to her husband,Roger.She prepares his meals,bathes him,and invites Roger's former work colleagues over for frequent visits or chess games.Bertha performs several jobs that were once her husband's tasks,such as cutting the lawn.How does Calasanti describe this type of caregiving responsibility for Bertha?

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Calasanti describes this type of caregiving, which involves managing the emotional climate of the care receiver (like inviting friends over for visits or games to keep Roger's spirits up), as emotion work. It goes beyond physical tasks to include efforts to maintain the emotional well-being of the person being cared for.

Bertha Takes on Her Caregiving Responsibilities to Her Husband,Roger