Coverage dated November 10, 2026

NY caregivers spend nearly $16K a year out of pocket, AARP data shows

Headline from Rochester First

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Family caregivers across New York are spending thousands of dollars out of pocket each year to care for their loved ones, according to new data from AARP. The latest figures show New York caregivers spend an average of $15,845 annually on caregiving expenses.

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  1. WHEC Rochester

    Consumer Alert: Caregivers spend almost 16k in out-of-pocket costs (opens WHEC Rochester)

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    ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Caregiving comes with a cost. That’s the finding of new data released by AARP. Its study reveals that caregivers in New York State spend almost $16,00 in out-of-pocket costs. That study was released as the Rochester community faces a severe shortage of nursing home beds.

  2. Rochester First

    NY caregivers spend nearly $16K a year out of pocket, AARP data shows (opens Rochester First)

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    ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Family caregivers across New York are spending thousands of dollars out of pocket each year to care for their loved ones, according to new data from AARP. The latest figures show New York caregivers spend an average of $15,845 annually on caregiving expenses.