HHS | ACL | The Power of Caregivers for a Healthy America | November 18, 2025

This gathering recognizes the nation’s 63+ million family caregivers and the 5+ million direct care workers, whose dedication keeps individuals in their homes and strengthens communities across America. Their efforts not only provide essential care but also help defer the significant costs of institutional care, forming the foundation of our long-term care system. The event celebrates these invaluable contributions and highlights the ongoing need for investment in caregiver supports, training, and stress reduction. The event features updates from the RAISE/SGRG Family Caregiving Advisory Councils, a special announcement from Secretary Kennedy, and powerful firsthand stories from caregivers who bring this work to life.

Highlights will include remarks from:

• Secretary of Health and Human Services

• Secretary of Veterans Affairs

• Senator Capito

• Representative Bost

• Caregivers


For more information about:

Caregiver Initiatives and the Challenge: https://acl.gov/programs/support-caregivers

Caregiver Strategy: https://acl.gov/CaregiverStrategy

Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center: https://acl.gov/DCWcenter

RAISE Family Caregivers Advisory Council:https://acl.gov/programs/support-caregivers/raise-family-caregiving-advisory-council

Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (SGRG):https://acl.gov/programs/support-caregivers/supporting-grandparents-raising-grandchildren

Caregiving in the US 2025: https://www.caregiving.org/research/caregiving-in-the-us/

The State of America’s Direct Support Workforce Crisis 2025: https://www.ancor.org/resources/the-state-of-

americas-direct-support-workforce-crisis-2025/


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