According to a report from the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy, approximately 36 percent of family caregivers in the United States have disabilities themselves, a reality that challenges the common narrative that disabled people are solely recipients of care. These caregivers often face "extra weight," such as managing their own chronic pain or communication disorders while navigating complex medical systems and the daily needs of their loved ones. Despite being more likely to take on caregiving roles than those without disabilities, this demographic remains largely invisible in national policy and strategy, leading to a significant lack of tailored support and accessible services for those balancing their own health needs with the responsibility of caring for others.

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