UNPAID CAREGIVERS HELP

Unpaid caregivers form the backbone of the healthcare infrastructure, providing vital, uncompensated care to family members, friends, or neighbors facing aging, illness, or disability. Recent data highlights that between 53 million and 59 million Americans function as unpaid caregivers, comprising an "invisible workforce" that delivers over $870 billion to $1 trillion in unpaid services annually. This critical component of long-term care relies heavily on women and lower-income workers, who disproportionately manage high-intensity, long-duration caregiving demands.

We are using 5 primary sources to find professional caregivers who can give temporary care relief to an unpaid caregiver

• In-Home Care Agencies such as Visiting Angels, Assisting Hands, and Health Assist) provide certified nursing assistants (CNAs), home health aides (HHAs), and companion caregivers for non-medical or personal care.

• Nurse Registries and Referral Services: Agencies that vet and match independent caregivers or CNAs directly with families (such as Hallmark Homecare).

• State and Federal Government Programs: Programs like state Medicaid consumer-directed personal assistance programs allow family members or friends to get paid to be caregivers. In Florida, organizations like Team Select Home Care and the National Family Caregiver Support Program help coordinate care, training, and family-paid options.

• Non-Profit and Area Agencies on Aging: Regional groups offer respite care, support groups, and resource navigation.

• Hospice and Veterans Affairs (VA): Approved medical and support networks provide specialized care for qualifying veterans and individuals nearing end-of-life.

For financial assistance we are looking for the Government and Congress in the future to help unpaid caregivers for a day. Right now we are asking for contribution for help in one of four ways:

• Paid by a Business Owner

• Paid by a Community Leader

• Paid by 24 HelpLine

• Paid for by the recipient   

There are so many unpaid caregivers across America that are so exhausted, drained and beaten down. They can lose their conscience in doing things right. They need a break once a month to maintain their strength. Please help us help unpaid caregivers.