Why We Exist
The Treasure Coast Caregiver Workforce Foundation was created to confront one of the most pressing healthcare crises in Florida — the growing gap between our aging population and the caregivers who serve them.
A Region in Crisis
Florida continues to experience one of the fastest-growing senior populations in the nation. The Treasure Coast region faces urgent challenges.
Core Challenges
Key Contributing Factors
Without Intervention
Empowering Caregivers, Transforming Care
The Treasure Coast Caregiver Workforce Initiative exists to strengthen the healthcare and senior care workforce across Florida's Treasure Coast by recruiting, training, mentoring, and empowering compassionate caregivers to serve older adults with dignity, excellence, and purpose.
Led by Treasure Coast Senior Placement Solutions, TCCWFI is committed to addressing the growing caregiver shortage through accessible workforce development programs, hands-on training, career readiness support, and community partnerships.
We create sustainable employment opportunities for underserved populations, including single mothers, high school graduates, career changers, and individuals seeking meaningful healthcare careers.
A Future Built on Compassion
To become the Treasure Coast's leading caregiver workforce development initiative by creating a pipeline of compassionate, skilled, and culturally competent caregivers who transform senior care outcomes and strengthen communities across Florida.
Every senior has access to quality, compassionate care
Families experience less stress and better support during aging transitions
Caregivers are respected, trained, empowered, and financially stable
Local healthcare providers and senior living communities have access to dependable workforce solutions
Workforce equity and economic mobility improve throughout underserved communities
Mission & Vision Statement
The principles that guide our work and shape every decision we make.
Treasure Coast Caregiver Workforce Foundation Inc. (TCCWFI) was established to proactively address the growing caregiver shortage across Florida's Treasure Coast by building a skilled, compassionate, and sustainable direct care workforce. TCCWFI aims to recruit, train, place, and retain caregivers by reducing barriers to employment, preparing individuals for meaningful careers in senior caregiving, and connecting qualified candidates with employers throughout the Treasure Coast.
Its mission is to build a pipeline of trained, dementia-competent, compassionate certified caregivers (CNAs and HHAs) to serve seniors with dignity, safety, and professionalism within the senior living community throughout the region.
Through Innovation & Nurse-Led Leadership
TCCWFI seeks to redefine how communities respond to the growing aging population crisis — improving quality of senior care while building a stronger, more prepared workforce.
Meet Our Amazing Founding Board
A dedicated team of healthcare professionals, advocates, and community leaders guiding our mission.