Do you work as a caregiver for someone with a disability? Demand high

Local agencies that support people with disabilities are struggling to hire enough caregivers.

Demand is high for these direct support workers, which play a critical role assisting people with disabilities with day-to-day tasks. But the turnover in the profession is high and the pay can be low.

If you work at as a direct support professional or if you rely on the services of direct support professionals, the Dayton Daily News would like to hear from you.

Contact reporter Kaitlin Schroeder at 937-225-2279 or kaitlin.schroeder@coxinc.com.

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