Many Caregivers Have Health, Financial Problems

Many adults caring for sick or disabled relatives have their own health problems, lack health insurance and face trouble paying medical bills, according to a study by the Commonwealth Fund. The study surveyed 4,052 U.S. adults ages 19 or older between September 2003 and January 2004.

Citation: "A Look at Working-Age Caregivers' Roles, Health Concerns, and Need for Support." Alice Ho, Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Karen Davis, Ph.D., and Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D. New York: The Commonwealth Fund, August 2005.
http://www.cmwf.org/usr_doc/working-age_caregivers_roles.pdf