11/01/2026
Today is the beginning of National Caregivers Month, when we recognize those who support a family or friend with health or care needs.
Caregivers look different in every family and can include youth caregivers, grandparents caring for grandchildren, spousal caregivers, sandwich caregivers (caring for their children and parents at the same time), and those who are caring for loved ones living with dementia. One thing they have in common is the need for support. Family caregivers experience high levels of stress, lose an estimated $21,500 in annual income, and 75% of caregivers report devoting at least 30 hours per week to caregiver duties. The average family caregiver has been providing care for more than 2.5 years.
❤If you are looking for caregiver resources, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging
offers the PA CareKit- a collection of tools, information, and support for family caregivers. https://www.pa.gov/agencies/aging/pa-carekit
❤For local support, Aging Services, Inc. has a Caregiver Support Program, and a Caregiver Support Group, among other programs and services. We also have paper copies of the PA CareKit materials and resources. Give us a call at 724-349-4500 to find out how we can help.
