Financing A stronger financing approach to long-term care would improve job quality for direct care workers. More
Compensation Direct care workers deserve better wages and benefits—and well-funded compensation policies that improve their general wellbeing. More
Training Today’s direct care workers need a training approach that appropriately trains and prepares them for the valuable services they deliver. More
Workforce Interventions From advanced roles to care integration to recruitment and retention, a wide array of workforce interventions will help stabilize the direct care workforce. More
Data Collection The direct care workforce needs stronger data on its size, stability, credentials, compensation, and job quality. More
Direct Care Workers Direct care workers are experts on their jobs and care delivery, and they should help define the future of this workforce. More
Equity Women, people of color, and immigrants in the direct care workforce merit more attention and support. More
Public Narrative To challenge unfair representations and change minds about direct care workers, we must invest in public education, capacity building, and storytelling. More
COVID-19 Direct care workers have been essential during COVID-19—and they deserve ongoing funding and support to move beyond this pandemic. More
