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A Comprehensive Study of Family Caregivers
For more than 30 years, Caregiving in the US, a report from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving has served as a leading source of data on family caregivers in America. Since its inception in 1997, the study has been updated regularly (2004, 2009, 2015, 2020), tracking shifts in caregiver demographics and experiences.
The 2025 edition is the most comprehensive to date, offering new insights into caregivers’ health, the role of paid family caregivers, and overall caregiver experience. These findings are critical for shaping policy and advancing research that supports family caregivers nationwide.
Caring Across States
For the first time, AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving released Caring Across States to show how family caregiving varies by state. Family caregiving across the U.S. is shaped by policy, not just personal circumstance—caregivers face different realities depending on where they live.
Family Caregivers of Adults 50-plus
This companion report to Caregiving in the US 2025 focuses specifically on the experiences of family caregivers who provide care to adults age 50 and older living with disabilities or complex medical conditions. It examines who these caregivers are, whom they care for, the nature and intensity of care provided, and the impacts of caregiving on the caregiver’s employment, finances, health, and well‑being.
Past Reports
More Caregiving Research
More Resources for Policymakers and Researchers
Both paid professionals and unpaid family caregivers provide long-term services and supports (LTSS) to those who need assistance with daily living, whether at home, in a facility, or in the community. Effective policies and solutions center on helping family caregivers and ensuring quality of care.
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