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Statement on Unpaid Caregiver Inclusion in COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization

The NCFS has been closely following the COVID-19 vaccination rollout for unpaid family caregivers. We’ve issued a full statement regarding this.
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Tracking Unpaid Caregiver Vaccine Eligibility

We’re now tracking the eligibility of unpaid caregivers across the US for receiving the COVID vaccine, and will be updating this information weekly!
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Unpaid Caregivers Eligible for COVID Vaccine

Unpaid caregivers of individuals who are elderly or have a disability, and who receive services through a PA Department of Human Services program, are now eligible to receive their COVID vaccine. Read more now.
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Briefing Report: Households with Multiple Persons with Disability in Pennsylvania

While there are many detailed reports on disability in the United States, very little attention has been paid to households with multiple persons with disabilities. The Center has published a briefing report about this underrepresented group.
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Statement on Caregivers and COVID-19 Vaccine

We’ve issued a statement in regards to the inclusion and prioritization of family caregivers and COVID-19 vaccine distribution: