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The Role of Immigrants in Mitigating the US Eldercare Crisis

As the U.S. grapples with a significant eldercare shortage, immigrants are increasingly stepping in to fill the gaps left by declining nursing home staff levels post-COVID-19.

Editorial StaffMay 2, 20261 min read

The COVID-19 pandemic has had lasting effects on the eldercare sector in the U.S., with nursing home staff levels reportedly dropping by 10% since early 2020.

This reduction in available caregivers has contributed to what many are now calling a nursing-care crisis, highlighting the urgent need for qualified personnel.

Immigrants have emerged as a vital resource in addressing this caregiver shortage, playing a crucial role in sustaining the eldercare workforce.