Is there a need for private duty homecare?
On One Hand: An Aging PopulationThere is a great demand for private duty home care, according to Caregiver.com. The overall population is aging with people living longer lives. Home care workers such as as home health aides, certified nursing assistants and custodial care workers help seniors and others remain in their homes even as they struggle with old age and illness.On the Other: Competition From Assisted LivingHome health care is great for some, but experts point out that some people are better off in assisted-living or nursing facilities offering better care and sometimes lower costs.
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