Direct care and childcare workers are the backbone of support for millions of older adults, people with disabilities, and young children, as well as their families. Despite their vital contributions, these essential workers are often undervalued, leading to unsustainable turnover rates. Without prompt intervention, the current challenges in care could quickly spiral into a major crisis.

In this episode, host Robert Espinoza speaks with Josephine Kalipeni, a longtime advocate for care workers and a leader in advocacy related to care, the workforce, and families. They discuss the centrality of care workers to our economy, why these jobs suffer in quality, and how to make a profound difference for care workers and those they support. 

This podcast was produced in partnership with MODRY MEDIA.