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Sunday Pick: How to care for the people who take care of us (w/ Ai-jen Poo)

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The Heart of Caregiving

This chapter explores the profound relationship between a family and their caregiver, Mrs. Sun, who enabled their grandmother to maintain independence and engage in community life. It addresses the emotional and systemic challenges in caregiving, advocating for recognition and fair treatment of caregivers while emphasizing the importance of planning for end-of-life care. The discussion also highlights the need for policy changes to support caregivers, particularly immigrants, in addressing job security and compensation disparities.

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