It's pretty well known that Wisconsin has a shortage of direct care workers.  A conducted survey of those who rely on direct care services revealed that 85% of respondents said that they don't have enough people to cover all shifts and 95% reported that it's hard to find workers.  Some suggest solutions might include better pay and an increase to Medicaid rates.  In southwest Wisconsin, high schools are offering  students paid apprenticeships which come with college credits.  

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