H.R. 7911, the Dream's Caregiver Health and Wellness Act, directs the federal government to create a grant program that provides funding to nonprofit organizations to support the health and well-being of caregivers who work with seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Eligible nonprofits can use grant funds to offer caregivers practical support such as meals, transportation, mental health services including trauma counseling, wellness programs, and other services the government deems appropriate, with the goal of reducing burnout and improving retention in the caregiving workforce. The bill authorizes $250 million annually from 2027 through 2031 for this program, and requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to report annually to Congress on how organizations are using the funds and what outcomes they achieve in caregiver wellness and retention. This legislation addresses the significant workforce challenges in the caregiving sector by directly supporting the physical, mental, and emotional needs of people in these essential roles.
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