Federal immigration policy may be worsening Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage, leaders say
Leaders state that federal immigration policy changes are negatively impacting Wisconsin's caregiver workforce. This shortage affects the care available for the state's elderly and disabled residents. The policy shifts further strain an already struggling healthcare sector.
Policy changes by the Trump administration are weakening an already struggling workforce that helps care for Wisconsin’s older adults and disabled population.
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