Data last updated September 4, 2025

The metric: Average agency caregiver growth since February 2025.

How we measure it: For each agency in our dataset, we examine the change in the number of caregivers since February 2025. We then average the rate of change across all agencies and look at it on a monthly basis.

Why we measure it: We think it’s important to understand caregiver growth trends to assess the overall health of the workforce and identify periods of expansion or decline. Tracking this metric helps agencies and industry leaders recognize where and when growth is happening, identify potential challenges in caregiver recruitment and retention, and develop strategies to sustain a stable and growing caregiver workforce.

💡This month’s takeaway: After the month of March, the average agency caregiver growth follows negative trends, with numbers dropping to -0.9% in July and -1.9% in August. These metrics may indicate deepening staffing challenges that agencies must address through enhanced recruitment initiatives and improved retention programs.