About two-thirds of respondents would like more information about available caregiving resources.
The most common caregiving duties include helping with household chores, meals, transportation, and medication.
In sum, caregiving can take a toll.
Respite care can give caregiving families a break from everyday strains and stresses.
Many Puerto Ricans feel their communities fall short of adequately supporting family caregivers with needed services.
The nationally representative survey of 707 adults age 45-plus in Puerto Rico was conducted May 20June 15, 2021.
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Generally, caregivers give providers high marks.
