The Rising Burden of Elder Care in the United States
February 16, 2026
The U.S. spent about 1.1% of GDP on long-term care for those 65 and over in 2023. The cost rises if you take into account the contribution of informal care.
February 16, 2026
The U.S. spent about 1.1% of GDP on long-term care for those 65 and over in 2023. The cost rises if you take into account the contribution of informal care.
June 19, 2025
If Social Security continues in its current trajectory — and no action is taken by Congress — it will only be able to cover 81% of promised benefits in 2034.
May 28, 2024
The availability of immigrant workers can impact the options available to care for the elderly, as well as the quality of care they receive.