A recent Supreme Court ruling has paved the way for the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of immigrants, including 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. This decision has left many seniors who rely on these caregivers for daily care worried about their future.

Impact on Seniors

For 91-year-old Solange French, the potential loss of her Haitian caregiver, Martha Nelson, is a daunting prospect. Nelson has been caring for French for three years, assisting her with daily tasks such as bathing, cooking, and cleaning. French relies heavily on Nelson and is concerned about who will care for her if Nelson is forced to leave the country.

Similar concerns are being raised by other seniors who rely on immigrant caregivers. Katy Sanchez, who lives in a group home for disabled people in New York, says that the caregivers have become like family to her. The group home stands to lose 19 caregivers with temporary protected status, which would be devastating for the residents.

Immigration Policy Changes

The Trump administration’s immigration policy changes have already had a significant impact on the caregiving industry. Many caregivers are immigrants who have been working in the US with temporary protected status. The loss of these caregivers would not only affect the seniors who rely on them but also the facilities that employ them.

Facilities are bracing for the loss of workers and are preparing to scramble to secure replacement staffers. This could lead to a shortage of caregivers, which would have a significant impact on the quality of care provided to seniors.

The Department of Homeland Security has made light of the situation, referencing a 1998 song and stating that it’s ‘closing time,’ but for many seniors, the situation is far from humorous. The loss of their caregivers would be a significant blow, and many are left wondering what they will do without them.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.