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Our Direct-Care Workers

An Overview of the Caregivers in our Workforce

Overview

This resource provides an overview of the direct-care workforce in the United States including information about the demographics of workers in the industry, the size of the workforce, wages and benefits, and working conditions.

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Our Direct-Care Workers
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Organization
  • The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program
Published
2012
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Audiences
EmployersInvesting and LendingPolicyWorker AdvocacyWorkforce & Economic Development
Issue Areas
Advancement & TrainingBenefitsSafe & Accessible WorkplacesWages & Wealth Building

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