1997 National Report Family Caregiver Association...
Of the 2300 caregivers polled over half were employed full time and 71% work over 31 hours a week.
81% of the caregivers are female.
More than 77% of caregivers have children under age 18 also living at home.
75% of caregivers do not receive consistent help from other family members.
The Health Effects On Caregivers
60.6% Depression
50.6% Sleeplessness
40.6% Back Pain
24.2% Stomach Disorders
14.9% Headaches
7.0% Colds
4.8% Flu
Source: 1997 National Family Caregivers Associatio
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