Article Publication Date:
8/1/2012
Summary:
The availability of trained direct service workers is threatened by dramatic increase in population age 65 and older and the growing demand for long-term services and supports. This document explains why states and ADRCs need to focus on building their Direct Service Workforce to meet this growing demand.
Topics:
Long Term Services and Supports
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Direct Care Workforce
Sources:
CMS
Programs/Initiatives:
Aging and Disability Resource Center
States:
Keywords:
Long-Term Care
Nursing facility aides; Direct support professionals; DSPs; Personal and home care aides; PHCAs; Home health aides; HHAs
Contact
CMS National Direct Service Workforce Resource Center
info@dswresourcecenter.org
Phone:
877-822-2647
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/53337