This resolution designates November 2024 as National Family Caregivers Month to honor the estimated 53 million Americans who provide unpaid care to family members and loved ones. These family caregivers support people dealing with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and aging, and their work is valued at approximately $600 billion annually in the U.S. healthcare system. The resolution acknowledges that family caregivers, who are disproportionately women, often experience significant hardships including financial strain, physical and emotional exhaustion, and social isolation while providing this essential care. The Senate commends these caregivers for their contributions and endorses the 2022 National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers as a framework for developing better policies to assist them. The resolution also encourages all Americans to learn more about family caregiving and to support the caregivers in their communities.
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