Think of caregivers when you vote

To the Editor;

Caregivers in Maine need support now more than ever before. I hope the candidates and Maine voters will keep caregivers in mind when they cast their ballot.

There are approximately 166,000 caregivers in Maine. Chances are you or someone you know is putting in many hours of unpaid care for their loved ones. Family caregivers are balancing a lot and over 60 percent of family caregivers work either full or part-time. I was a caregiver for my father for six years and I know how hard that can be. 

Caregivers are tough! They do one of the most important jobs there is. It’s time they receive the support they deserve. Let’s ask the candidates important questions this election season like how they plan to help family caregivers in Maine. It’s time for us to know. 

Paul Armstrong 

AARP Maine lead volunteer advocate 

Palermo