Professional caregivers—including nursing assistants, personal care aides, and home health aides—have always played an important role in the field of long-term services and supports (LTSS). And the coronavirus pandemic shed new—and much-needed—light on the valuable role these professionals play in nursing homes, assisted living communities, and home and community-based settings across our nation. Last week, LeadingAge released a new paper, Feeling Valued Because They Are Valued, laying out our vision for professionalizing the direct caregiving workforce. Read the full report, the two-page executive summary, or check out the infographic now.
