For Caring Act News Today

Listen • 2:20 Florida has about 4.5 million residents age 65 and older, according to the state Office of Economic and Demographic Research. A decade from now, that number is projected to be about 6 million. AARP says a new study demonstrates the need to support family caregivers. The organization is pushing Congress to pass legislation that would provide a tax credit up to $5,000 for eligible caregivers. An estimated 48 million people in the U.S. are providing in-home care...

Listen • 2:20 The proposed Credit for Caring Act in Congress would provide a tax credit of up to $5,000 to eligible caregivers. An estimated 48 million people in the U-S are providing in-home care to an adult loved one. 3 million of those caregivers live in Florida. AARP says a new study demonstrates the need to support family caregivers with financial assistance. AARP is a membership group that lobbies for those over age 50. The group is touting the proposed Credit for C...