Still, concern over the pandemic isn’t shutting down celebrations altogether.
Many will take steps to stay healthy, however.
One-third will venture to maximize distance between guests and about one quarter will avoid overnight visits.
About 20% may self-quarantine or request a COVID-19 test for peace of mind.
More folks like the idea of staying closer to home.
Just one-third of caregivers surveyed said that they plan to travel this holiday season.
About 40% will hop in a car rather than fly to get to their destination.
Almost one in six described their current mental state as fair or poor.
The survey was conducted online in October 2020 and included a sample of 1,000 family caregivers.
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Generally, caregivers give providers high marks.
