When Love Isn’t Enough: The Financial Toll of Becoming a Family Caregiver

When a loved one begins to need help with daily activities, many families feel an instinctive pull to step in and provide care themselves. It’s a compassionate and loving response, but one that often comes with hidden costs. Becoming a family caregiver may seem like the right thing to do emotionally, but financially, it can be life-altering. As healthcare needs grow and longevity increases, so does the demand on family members, especially in a state like California where the cost of care in cities like Los Angeles continues to climb.

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