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What the Black Community Should Know About Family Caregiving
Compared to white caregivers, black caregivers spend 40 hours per week taking care of someone.
We are also more likely to be taking care of someone with dementia that falls below the poverty line.
When researchers looked at all the factors and made adjustments, they found that black caregivers were more likely to feel like they gained something from caregiving and less likely to feel emotionally stressed compared to white caregivers.1
What You Can Do As a Caregiver:
You can benefit from knowing that you are more likely to access supportive services, receive caregiver training, and find financial help for the person you’re caring for. Being aware of these available services and taking a proactive approach to utilize them can make your caregiving responsibilities easier and more effective.
Leveraging this network of support can be valuable in easing your stress, so don’t hesitate to reach out to your loved ones for assistance.
The black community has an advantage when it comes to caregiver training. We are more likely to receive training for being a caregiver, and it’s essential to recognize the value in continuing our education to better assist our loved ones.
