How much does caregiving cost? 💸
Hi ,
First things first: thank you to everyone who supported us this #GivingTuesday!
One of the articles we shared this week says that caregivers spend $7k a year out of pocket. Kaiser Health News and AARP are trustworthy news sources, so we believe their data, but I suspect quite a few of you are spending quite a bit more than that each year.
How much do you think you spent this year on caregiving?
If you're wondering if you can get paid as a family caregiver, the answer is...maybe. The programs are complicated and many fall through the cracks, but many of you are getting at least a little support.
Beyond the costs of caregiving itself and lost wages, there's also the issue of financial exploitation. Here's how to spot the signs.
Best,
PS. Sometimes I hear from caregivers who wish we had more stories that are relevant to their lives. We publish stories submitted by caregivers, so if you want to see yourself on our site...write in and we'll share it. You can also submit a story by just replying to this email.
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