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Paying caregivers more could boost Nebraska’s economy − new research

  • Written by Susan Rebecca Reay, Director and Assistant Professor of Social Work, University of Nebraska Omaha
Paying caregivers more could boost Nebraska’s economy − new researchThere's a shortage of workers willing to take jobs as paid caregivers.ktaylorg/E+ via Getty Images

Paid caregivers foster independence and improve quality of life for people with all kinds of disabilities, many of whom need help getting dressed, preparing meals, showering and dealing with other activities of daily living.

There are over 10,000 paid...

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