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Caregiving
AARP's nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver, now represents nearly 63 million Americans, including 2.2 million Ohio caregivers. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
AARP Ohio and NBC4 want to celebrate caregivers. Tell us your story for the chance to recognize them on TV as an Every Day Hero.
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier.
Lisa shares journey of caring for her 90-year-old mother during the pandemic and afterward—a story of sacrifice, love and resilience. Her experience highlights the urgent need for caregiver tax credits to help families keep loved ones at home.
Alison's family's caregiving journey highlights the emotional, financial and logistical challenges families face—and underscores the need for legislative support for family caregiver tax credits. It is a powerful reminder of the strength of multigenerational families and the importance of valuing caregivers.
AARP Ohio is seeking nominations for a family caregiver, living in our state, who takes care of loved one.
The best way to continue living independently in a home you love is to plan ahead and make changes that will benefit you today and in the future, as needs and abilities will change over time.
Ohio legislators introduce a tax credit bill to help offset out-of-pocket expenses for caregivers.
The Credit for Caring Act, if enacted, would offer up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset family caregiving-related expenses, such as home care aides, adult day services, home modifications and respite care.
As AARP heads into the state budget season, we have put in action a dynamic plan to gain support and momentum for our policy priorities.
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