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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 & support for direct-care workers and those they assist.
DOL Appeals Judge's Decision on Home Care Rule
The U.S. Department of Labor filed an appeal on January 22 in Home Care Association of America v. Weil, the home care industry associations' lawsuit that challenges the DOL's new rule extending basic labor protections to home care workers.
Photovoice Project Gives Home Care Aides Outlet for Self-Expression
On an icy cold Saturday in Philadelphia on January 10, seven home care workers from Home Care Associates attended an all-day workshop to kick off a Photovoice project.
Minnesota PCA Union Reaches Contract with State
A newly formed union of personal care assistants in Minnesota reached a tentative contract with the state on January 15.
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%