November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the compassion, commitment, and daily efforts of those who care for aging or disabled loved ones across the country.
According to AARP Ohio, the number of family caregivers in Ohio has grown to 2.2 million, marking a 47 percent increase since 2017. A companion report, Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Ohio, finds that nearly one in four Ohio adults provides unpaid care to a family member or friend with a health condition or disability. Most caregivers are caring for a parent, and more than half work while also providing care.
The report also highlights the strain caregivers experience: four in ten Ohio caregivers face financial hardship, and nearly one in three report high emotional stress. While 33 percent say respite care would be helpful, 88 percent have never accessed such services.
Adult day services can bridge that gap. These community-based programs offer safe, engaging environments for older adults during the day while giving caregivers vital time to rest, work, or recharge. To find adult day programs throughout the state, visit AdultDayOhio.org.
As Ohio observes National Family Caregivers Month, LeadingAge Ohio honors the millions of individuals who give so much of themselves—and the providers who help sustain them every day.