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AARP Georgia Releases New Data Highlighting Caregiving Trends During National Family Caregivers Month

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Monday, November 3rd, 2025

New AARP caregiving data released today finds that 24% of Georgia adults, approximately 2.5 million people, are family caregivers, providing largely unpaid and unsupported care to older parents, spouses,  and otr loved ones. The data can be found here: Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States.

“When a loved one needs help, family members, friends, and neighbors step up, that’s what we do,” said Vanessa J. Payne,  State Director, AARP Georgia. “But too often, caregivers carry this responsibility alone, often putting their finances, health, and jobs at risk. As our state population ages, the demand for care will only grow. With the release of this new data and ahead of the 2026 legislative session, AARP Georgia urges policymakers at every level to act now to help family caregivers save money, time, and get the support they need.”

Georgia family caregivers provide $16.3 million in unpaid care each year, helping family members live independently at home and in their communities—where they want to be. Their caregiving responsibilities range from bathing and meal prep to managing medications, arranging transportation, and handling medical tasks, with little or no training.

The toll on our family caregivers is significant financially, physically, and emotionally.

  • 80% of caregivers pay out of their pockets to help meet their loved ones’ needs, averaging $7,200 yearly or 25% of their income.

  • In Georgia, 59% of family caregivers report financial setbacks— taking on debt, draining savings, or struggling to afford basics like food and medicine.

  • Sixty-two percent of our state’s caregivers also juggle full or part-time jobs. Many must reduce work hours or leave the workforce entirely due to caregiving responsibilities, jeopardizing their long-term financial security.

AARP Georgia is fighting for commonsense solutions to save caregivers money and time and provide greater support. AARP is working on a federal level to save caregivers money through the Credit for Caring Act, a proposed federal tax credit of up to $5,000 for working caregivers, and the Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act, which would expand flexible spending and health savings account uses.

This November, National Family Caregivers Month, AARP Georgia encourages everyone to support caregivers and join the growing movement of Americans raising their voices for change. Join AARP’s I Am A Caregiver movement and tell lawmakers it’s time to support those who care.

 To access free caregiver tools and local resource guides, visit:

  • AARP’s state-by-state Family Caregiver Resource Guides help family caregivers access key programs, services, and agencies in their community.

  • AARP’s online Caregiving Hub provides tools and information in English and Spanish.

  • AARP and United Way Worldwide’s 211 program connects family caregivers to essential local services for themselves and their loved ones via the 211 helpline

  • AARP’s official caregiving Facebook group serves as a place for family caregivers nationwide to connect, share practical tips, offer support, and discuss their shared experiences. 

The AARP Georgia Office will sponsor a Halloween Happy Hour on Friday, October 31st,  in Atlanta, Macon, and Augusta to usher in National Family Caregivers Month. Visit our Facebook page at AARP Georgia for more details.