Did you know…

• In 2023, over 11 million Americans provided unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias; that care was valued at $350 billion.
• About 30% of dementia caregivers are age 65 or older, and 66% of caregivers live with the person they care for.
• Approximately 10% of caregivers provide care to a spouse, while over half care for a parent or in-law. About one quarter of dementia caregivers are in the “sandwich generation,” meaning they are caring for an aging parent as well as at least one child.
• Compared with caregivers of people without dementia, caregivers of those with dementia indicate more substantial emotional, financial, mental health, and physical challenges.
• 41% of dementia caregivers have a household income of $50k or less.
• Many dementia caregivers are at significant risk of social isolation as a result of their shrinking social networks.

Source: Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures 2024

Thank a caregiver every time you have the opportunity!