Support Goals of Senior Caregiving (2009)

This federal resolution supports the goals and ideals of senior caregiving and affordability. It provides data on the growing aging population, as well as the paid and unpaid caregivers who care for older adults. It resolves that Congress should prepare itself to meet the needs of the aging population, support family caregivers, and provide training to direct care workers.

Bill Number H. Con. Res. 59/ S. Con. Res. 37

Sponsor Rep. Lee Terry (R-NE)/ Sen. Mike Johanns (R-NE)

Date of Introduction 2/24/2009

Latest Activity Passed unanimously in the House 9/14/2009; Passed with Unanimous Consent in the Senate 9/23/2009

More Info http://thomas.loc.gov/

Topic: Direct Services and Support for Caregivers