[ABSTRACT]
AARP data indicates that the country will not have enough caregivers, be they men or women, to care for the anticipated numbers of Baby Boomers who will need care over the next 20 years. While some elders may be able to “get along” without care giver support, those with Alzheimer’s cannot do without help. Thus, a care giver shortage, will have profound effects on those with Alzheimer’s.
SHRINKING WORK FORCE NUMBERS
The AARP reports that today there are 7 people of care giving age (45 – 64) to care for each person over the age of 80. By 2030, there will be only 4 people of care giving age for each person over 80.
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