eldercare
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of eldercare
First recorded in 1960–65; elder 1 ( def. ) + care ( def. )
Example Sentences
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As America ages, the burden of eldercare is becoming a bigger crisis for many U.S. families.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
In skilled trades, retiring workers are driving a lot of the demand, while the aging population is driving more demand for eldercare.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
To help, the government plans to expand childcare and eldercare services and enforce paid leave, measures aimed at easing financial pressures and encouraging spending.
From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026
Yes, the cost of eldercare is high, and especially so in California.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026
That could include support for eldercare and childcare, increasing support for maternity insurance and covering the costs of pregnancy and delivery costs, as well as improving health-care coverage at the margins.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
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