The Facts behind Senior Hunger
With 53 million caregivers in America, untold millions are not connected with any organization that can provide the assistance they need. Example from June 2020: Aging in Place: The Facts Behind Senior Hunger- In 2017, an estimated 8 million seniors over 60 faced the threat of hunger. – The number has grown as 11,000 Americans turn 65 every day. Many elders never recovered from the crash of 2007 and have no safety net. – The AARP reports that seniors face a healthcare bill of more than $130B per year due to medical issues stemming from senior hunger.Caregiving Network brings together caregivers in need with other caregivers who recognize their issues and personally assist in identifying the many organizations that can help.