Caregiver Story

Caregiver Shares Fears for Her Own Financial Future

Published December 4, 2025
Key Takeaways
  • Nearly half of caregivers report at least one negative financial impact from caregiving.
  • One-third have stopped saving and 24% have used up short-term savings.
  • Many report taking on more debt, delaying retirement, or facing housing instability.

At 37, Jessica Guthrie has cared for her mom for over a decade. Like many caregivers, she now worries about the long-term cost of putting her life on hold.

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