Families Care Act

The Families Care Act amends the Older Americans Act to expand support for family caregivers. It adds peer support services to existing counseling programs and requires states to consider the unique needs of different caregivers, including children and older relatives affected by substance use disorders like opioid addiction. The bill also changes reporting requirements, directing the Assistant Secretary to regularly prepare and publish program data instead of making it available by specific deadlines. This directly affects family caregivers nationwide, particularly those supporting loved ones with substance use disorders. The changes focus on improving access to tailored support services and transparency in program implementation.