New York
1 in 5
1 in 5 adults are caregivers
CAREGIVING CAN BE
Lengthy
Over half have provided care for at least two years
Intense
A fourth have provided care for at least 20 hours per week
WHO ARE CAREGIVERS?
60% are women
19% are 65 years old or older
38% are caring for a parent or parent-in-law
10% of caregivers are providing care to someone with dementia
HOW DO CAREGIVERS HELP?
80% manage household tasks
Over 50% assist with personal care
FUTURE CAREGIVERS
1 in 5 NON-CAREGIVERS expect to BECOME CAREGIVERS within 2 years
Page last reviewed: March 8, 2019