🎉 MAJOR MILESTONE! 725 Signatures & New Report Prove: Caregivers are an Economic Powerhouse! 🎉

Dear Incredible Supporters,

We are absolutely blown away by your dedication! We've officially reached 725 signatures on our petition for the CARE Act, alongside 650 dedicated supporters! Every single one of you is making a difference, and this momentum is vital.

This milestone comes as we release our latest "Advocacy in Action" article, "Defining Care, Counting Every Caregiver – Why Now is the Time for the CARE Act." In this piece, I dive into the brand new "Caregiving in the U.S. 2025" report, which reveals groundbreaking truths about the caregiving crisis.

Here's what the new report shows:

• There are now 63 million adults serving as family caregivers in the U.S.
• A staggering 70% of them (44 million people!) are also employed, often juggling two full-time jobs.
• This "invisible workforce" contributes an astonishing $873.5 billion annually to the U.S. economy, yet outdated definitions often overlook them.

This data is crucial. It powerfully reinforces why our proposed Colorado CARE Act projects a 22:1 Return on Investment, and the Federal CARE Act projects a 6:1 ROI. These aren't just policies; they are fiscally brilliant solutions to support caregivers, prevent burnout, and strengthen our entire economy. The crisis is looming, and we cannot afford to wait.

Your signatures are our strongest voice. Please read the full article to understand the new numbers and the urgent need for the CARE Act, then share it widely.

• Read the full article: https://www.professionalswhocare.org/post/advocacy-in-action-defining-care-counting-every-caregiver-why-now-is-the-time-for-the-care-act
• If you haven't yet, or know someone who should, please sign and share our petition: https://chng.it/zHbMzKnBwJ
  Thank you for being a part of this vital movement. Together, we are ensuring every caregiver is seen, valued, and supported.

Kindly and Gratefully,

Mark Fukae

Director of Advocacy - Professionals Who Care

Caregiver Advocacy and Support Initiative (CASI)