Press Release: Caregivers Say Medicare Advantage Makes Their Lives Easier, Saves Time and Money
Caregivers Say Medicare Advantage Makes Their Lives Easier, Saves Time and Money
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new, first-of-its-kind national survey released by Medicare Advantage Majority (MAM) finds that caregivers across the country overwhelmingly credit Medicare Advantage (MA) with easing their caregiving responsibilities, saving time and money, and providing much- needed stability for the seniors they support. The findings highlight how Medicare Advantage not only strengthens care for older Americans, but also helps millions of families balance work, childcare, and caregiving responsibilities in an era of rising costs and increasing demands.
“Medicare Advantage doesn’t just serve seniors, it supports the ecosystem and community of people who care for them,” said MAM spokesperson Darren Grubb. “With the cost of necessities at an all- time high, millions of families depend on Medicare Advantage to manage healthcare expenses and make caregiving more manageable. Lawmakers should protect these benefits, as both seniors and caregivers are paying attention and counting on Medicare Advantage to keep families and communities strong.”
The MAM caregiver survey fielded September 22 – October 3, 2025, polled 1,000 caregivers of seniors currently enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Topline findings from respondents include:
- High awareness and satisfaction of the MA program: 87% of caregivers are aware of the benefits and features of the MA plan the senior they support is enrolled in, and 82% are satisfied with the coverage and care provided.
- Easier caregiving experience: 69% of caregivers say MA plans make their caregiving responsibilities easier to manage than traditional Among caregivers with minor children, that figure rises to 76%.
- Time saved each month: 51% of caregivers save at least five hours per month on coordinating care, managing appointments, and similar tasks thanks to the MA plan their senior is enrolled Among caregivers with children, 63% report saving five or more hours per month, and 25% save over 10 hours.
- Significant cost savings: Nearly half (47%) of caregivers estimate saving more than $1,000 annually in premiums, copays, and out-of-pocket costs – or from being able to work more and take less time off. That number climbs to 55% among caregivers with children.
- Strong opposition to cuts: 81% say cuts to MA would raise out-of-pocket costs, 74% fear losing access to in-home care services, and 73% worry cuts would increase their caregiving burden and emotional strain.
- This includes specific concern about consequences of the No UPCODE Act: 84% of caregivers are concerned about decreased access to primary care programs for rural or homebound seniors, nutrition, dental, hearing, and vision benefit cuts, and higher premiums and out of pocket costs; 82% of caregivers are concerned about loss of programming to support seniors with diabetes, heart disease, and similar conditions.
- Political implications: 79% would recommend an MA plan to caregivers of other seniors, and 59% say they would be less likely to vote for a member of Congress who supported cutting MA funding. Nearly all (92%) are willing to take action to protect MA.
Medicare Advantage is a public-private partnership that provides healthcare to more than 34 million seniors and people with disabilities in the United States. Today, it is the preferred choice for over half (53%) of all Medicare beneficiaries. Unlike traditional Medicare, MA offers a more integrated, affordable, and personalized approach to care, often including extra benefits like dental, vision, hearing, and wellness programs.
MAM’s new caregiver survey builds upon its previous national poll of seniors, which found overwhelming support for protecting Medicare Advantage funding and benefits. The survey conducted in March 2025 can be found here along with previous research from October 2024 that emphasizes how seniors felt about their plan’s benefits.
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About Medicare Advantage Majority (MAM)
Medicare Advantage Majority (MAM) is a 501(c)4 organization dedicated to protecting and strengthening the Medicare Advantage program for 34 million American seniors and people with disabilities – more than half of all eligible Medicare beneficiaries – who depend on it. MAM is powered by the support of local advocates across the country, including beneficiaries, caregivers, providers and community leaders.
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