SEIU 775 caregiver, Melissah Watts, and her son, Max

Washington State Standard | November 28, 2023

Into a caregiving void: Family members fill crucial role providing long-term care

Washington State Standard | November 28, 2023 “Washington has about 25,000 to 30,000 union-represented, paid family caregivers, according to Service Employees International Union Local 775. They care for relatives who are older and those with disabilities. AARP estimates there are 820,000 total family caregivers in Washington delivering 770 million hours of care annually. “Family members […]