caregiving among hispanic adults

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1 in 6

1 in 6 adults are caregivers

CAREGIVING CAN BE

Lengthy

Nearly half have provided care for at least two years

Intense

One third have provided care for at least 20 hours per week

WHO ARE CAREGIVERS?

58%are women

9% are 65 years old or older

38% are caring for a parent or parent-in-law

8% of caregivers are providing care to someone with dementia

HOW DO CAREGIVERS HELP?

Nearly 80% manage household tasks

Over 50% assist with personal care

FUTURE CAREGIVERS

1 in 4 NON-CAREGIVERS expect to BECOME CAREGIVERS within 2 years