America faces a growing caregiving crisis as demographic shifts create complex challenges for families and communities. By 2030, one in five Americans is projected to be 65 or older, creating unprecedented demand for caregiving services that affects both older adults and younger generations who may be simultaneously caring for children and aging parents.

This aging population desires a more holistic approach to aging and caregiving, particularly in underserved communities.

Oregon State University's Center for Healthy Aging Research faculty members Karen Hooker and Carolyn Mendez-Luck address these critical issues in an important discussion about caregiving realities.

Their conversation explores both who provides care and the equally important question of who cares for the caregivers themselves.

The discussion is accompanied by comprehensive resources including guidance on family meetings, in-home help, residential care options, end-of-life planning, and palliative care. Additional resources feature organizations like the Aging Life Care Association, National Adult Day Services Association, and various Medicare and Medicaid information sources, providing families with practical tools to navigate the complex caregiving landscape.