Oklahoma
1 in 4
1 in 4 adults are caregivers
CAREGIVING CAN BE
Lengthy
Over half have provided care for at least two years
Intense
Almost a third have provided care for at least 20 hours per week
WHO ARE CAREGIVERS?
61% are women
20% are 65 years old or older
35% are caring for a parent or parent-in-law
8% of caregivers are providing care to someone with dementia
HOW DO CAREGIVERS HELP?
Over 80% manage household tasks
Over 50% assist with personal care
FUTURE CAREGIVERS
1 in 8 NON-CAREGIVERS expect to BECOME CAREGIVERS within 2 years
Page last reviewed: March 8, 2019