If you or a loved one relies on in-home care, you may have already noticed something unsettling when it comes to your bill. Many people have noticed their costs going up, and finding reliable help is getting harder. Across the U.S., a growing caregiver shortage is colliding with rising demand, creating a perfect storm for higher prices.
In fact, home care costs have been climbing faster than inflation, with some data showing increases of around 10% in 2025 alone. At the same time, demand is surging as nearly 90% of seniors prefer to age at home rather than move into a facility. Here is what you need to know about the home care shortage and what you can do to cope.
