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Challenges Encountered by Solo Parents’ in Raising their Children in Nagcarlan, Laguna: Basis for an Action Plan Development

Author(s) Asnar L. Aloro, Adelaida S. Berbano, Menchie B. Ellamil, Glaiza Calubiran, Grace-Stella Paulette A. Suarez
Country Philippines
Abstract Solo parents can be defined as a parent who is exclusively in charge of caring for their children alone and come with specific difficulties that can affect the welfare both parents and children. The study is carried out to identify the hardships faced by single parents, in terms of improving their means of living in order to bring awareness to relevant organizations in Nagcarlan Laguna.
Solo parents frequently struggle balancing financial responsibilities, child rearing, and child care. The need to perform both work responsibilities and childcare duties. This poses a major concern for them. On the one hand, they need time to take care of their children, also, they have to find employment or ways to support their children financially. In this light, solo parents often find ways and means to perform both of these responsibilities. They face increased levels of stress, anxiety, and social isolation, which makes emotional well-being a major concern for them because they feel isolated. Despite these challenges, however, they still find joy and satisfaction in solo parenting. Solo parents often struggle to find enough time for themselves and balance various responsibilities, making time management a vital skill for them. Affordable and dependable childcare, along with understanding the education system, are challenges that single parents to ensure their children receive good care and chances for good educational. Social support, such as having peer networks and community resources available, is crucial in alleviating the difficulties of single parenting and promoting a feeling of inclusion and assistance.
Solo parenting poses numerous obstacles that necessitate comprehensive assistance and involvement for the emotional and mental stability of both caretaker and offspring. Through the implementation of comprehensive support services, community initiatives, society can enhance its assistance to solo parents as they fulfill their crucial role as family providers.
Keywords Challenges encountered, Solo parents, sustainable program
Published In Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2024
Published On 2024-06-23
Cite This Challenges Encountered by Solo Parents’ in Raising their Children in Nagcarlan, Laguna: Basis for an Action Plan Development - Asnar L. Aloro, Adelaida S. Berbano, Menchie B. Ellamil, Glaiza Calubiran, Grace-Stella Paulette A. Suarez - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i03.23139
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i03.23139
Short DOI https://doi.org/gt244s

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