Building national capacity to support community living
Many people with disabilities and older adults cannot get the services they need to live in the community because there are not enough direct care professionals. The Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center provides resources, technical assistance, and training to state systems, providers, and stakeholders to improve workforce recruitment, training, and retention.
November Webinar
Speakers from the DCW Strategies Center will be featured on a LEAD Center webinar on leveraging registered apprenticeships to meet the demand for DSPs on November 13 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET.
DCW Spotlight
During Care Workers Recognition Month and its Month of Action on Care, the White House hosted a care convening with advocates from around the country.
New from HHS and DOL
Recommendations for building data infrastructure to support efforts to strengthen the direct care workforce and improve the quality of and access to home and community-based services.