Direct Care Workforce Initiative

The Direct Care Workforce Initiative focuses on improving the support and training for those who provide essential daily assistance to individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or aging needs. This includes home health aides, personal care assistants, and other caregivers. The goal is to ensure that workers receive fair wages, adequate training, and career development opportunities, which helps improve the quality of care for recipients. By strengthening this workforce, the initiative aims to address labor shortages, enhance service quality, and promote sustainable, patient-centered healthcare in community settings.