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The cost of caring for a loved one is surging – and families are feeling the strain

Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN

Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.

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Managing Editor · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 1:43 AM · 1 min read
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The cost of caring for a loved one is surging – and families are feeling the strain — Venice Community news

Family caregivers are shelling out more than $11,000 a year on average to care for loved ones, consuming nearly a third of their household income, according to a new study.

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