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PHI works to improve the lives of people who need home or residential care--by improving the lives of the workers who provide that care.
PolicyWorks
A national strategy center working to strengthen the direct-care workforce.
Coaching & Consulting Services
Coaching & consulting for eldercare and disability service providers.
Workforce & Curriculum Development
Training and support programs for direct-care workers and those they assist.
Labor Dept. Intervenes at Two California LTC Providers
The U.S. Department of Labor has intervened to return lost wages to employees of two California long-term care providers.
New York State to Increase Wages for Direct Support Professionals
New York's 2014-15 state budget includes two separate raises for direct support professionals who care for people with developmental disabilities.
Maryland Direct Support Workers to Receive Wage Increase
Legislation increasing Maryland's minimum wage to $10.10 an hour by 2018 will also raise the wages of direct support workers in the state.
National Clearinghouse on the Direct Care Workforce
Workforce News
News affecting direct-care workers
Workforce Facts
Female: 89%
Average Age: 42
Income: $17,000
Uninsured: 30%
Public benefits: 49%