2025 Idaho Family Caregiver Survey Report

At the heart of every care system are unpaid family caregivers—relatives and loved ones quietly managing the day-to-day needs that keep others safe and healthy. In addition to providing this essential support, caregivers have a profound impact on Medicaid expenditures by delaying the need for institutional care. In Idaho, Medicaid covers 65% of nursing home residents at a cost of approximately $100,000 per person per year. Every day family caregivers help an individual remain in the community and they reduce reliance on state-funded assistance.

While caregivers are passionate about their role, it often takes a toll on their physical health and financial stability. Findings from the survey document the impact of the lack of a system of care, available supports, and the shortage of direct care workers. The survey was conducted by the Idaho Caregiver Alliance (ICA). A total of 280 responses were captured representing caregivers from every region of the State.