Who Are Those People Who Help Keep Mom And Dad At Home?

Federal and state policymakers are making significant efforts to shift government-funded long-term care for seniors and younger disabled individuals away from institutional and more towards home- and community-based care. A new report by the Paraprofessional Healthcare Institute presents a comprehensive picture of just who the home care workforce is, including personal care assistants and home health aides. The report examines all facets of these employees, including their compensation, hours worked, training, and potential labor shortages.