Building national capacity to support community living
Many people with disabilities and older adults cannot get the services they need to live in the community because there are not enough direct care professionals. The Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center provides resources, technical assistance, and training to state systems, providers, and stakeholders to improve workforce recruitment, training, and retention.
Explore AI Resources
The Strategies Center highlights reports and resources on how artificial intelligence can support the direct care workforce while strengthening relationships, enhancing job quality, and reflecting the realities of care work.
DCW Resource Spotlight
The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation report explores duties and activities that distinguish the direct support professional occupation from other direct care workforce occupations to inform the consideration of a Standard Occupation Classification code and other efforts.
Data Infrastructure
Discover recommendations for building strong data systems to better understand the direct care workforce and improve access to high-quality home and community-based services.