AARP study finds caregiving costs rose 60% in five years
By The BriefBrief
A new AARP study found that caregivers’ out-of-pocket costs rose about 60% over five years, with families now spending more than $11,000 a year. The study examines families’ financial sacrifices and the long-term effects of caregiving costs.
WHO:AARP
WHAT:AARP published a study finding that caregivers’ out-of-pocket costs rose about 60% over five years to more than $11,000 annually.
WHEN:Reported Oct 28, 2026 at 4:18 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The study examines the financial sacrifices families make to cover caregiving and the long-term effects of those costs.
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