Kith and Kin Care

Kith and kin care refers to the responsibility of providing care and support to relatives and close community members, typically including family members and close friends. It recognizes that people often rely on their personal networks—rather than formal institutions—for assistance, especially in caregiving roles. This approach emphasizes community-based support, where individuals look after each other’s well-being, often through informal arrangements like helping an elderly relative with daily tasks or caring for a hospitalized family member. Kith and kin care underscores the importance of social bonds in maintaining health, safety, and emotional stability within a community.