This week, Governor Newsom and the California Department of Aging
announced the launch of CalGrows, a new workforce and
training development program for caregivers working with older
adults and adults with disabilities. CalGrows brings together
dozens of training providers to offer free virtual and in-person
courses related to a range of topics, including Alzheimer’s
Disease and dementia, cultural diversity, infection control,
consumer communication, and more.
CalGrows is intended to help build individual skill sets, job
satisfaction, and growth opportunities to help further careers
and build retention of a skilled and experienced caregiver
workforce. Eligible paid in-home or community-based caregivers
can earn up to $6,000 for completing free training courses. While
unpaid family caregivers are not eligible for financial
incentives, they are able to take the free training courses.
Additional information about the training courses, caregiver
coaching, and how to earn incentive payments can be found on the
CalGrows website.
