Results of a new national survey underscore the need to better understand and accommodate caregivers who travel.

Male caregivers, younger caregivers (ages 1849), and upper-income caregivers were more likely to travel.

Benefits and obstacles

Travel is rewarding for caregivers and care recipients in several ways.

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What are the biggest obstacles these travelers confront?

For some, its just all too much; 51% of caregivers avoid travel.

How can the industry spur more travel?

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Methodology

The survey was conducted online in March and April, 2024.

The sample was weighted by gender, age, race and income.

For more information, contact Alessandra Raimondi of AARP Research ataraimondi@aarp.org.

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Generally, caregivers give providers high marks.

Such a credit would help ease caregivers' financial burden.

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Worried 70-year-old man is talking with his son in the living room.

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