US family caregivers' costs jump 60% in five years: AARP

Family caregivers in the US now spend an average of $11,508 a year out of pocket, about 60% more than five years ago, according to a new AARP study of 2,538 caregivers. That equals 31% of their income on average, and the rise is more than double overall inflation of 24%. Food, housing and medical expenses make up the biggest share.