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End of TPS Threatens Healthcare System: Hospitals and Nursing Homes Warn of Critical Staff Shortages
The departure of thousands of immigrant workers threatens medical care, increases costs, and complicates access to essential services.
By  Alondra Rodríguez
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Fin del TPS amenaza hospitales, End of TPS Threatens Healthcare System
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Posted on 06/30/26 at 13:49

  • End of TPS threatens hospitals
  • Critical staff shortages grow
  • Pressure on healthcare system increases

The removal of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from thousands of immigrants is already beginning to affect the healthcare system in the United States, raising concerns among medical service providers.

Hospitals, nursing homes, and home care agencies warn they could lose key workers amid a staffing shortage that has affected the industry for years.

The problem does not only impact employees, but also millions of patients who rely on these essential services every day.

Industry experts agree that the situation could worsen quickly if measures are not implemented to reduce the impact of worker departures.

Most vulnerable sectors face immediate risk

Fin del TPS amenaza hospitales, End of TPS Threatens Healthcare System
End of TPS Threatens Healthcare System-Photo: Shutterstock

Senior living facilities and specialized care centers are among the areas most affected by the possible reduction in staffing.

Industry data shows that immigrant workers represent a significant portion of the workforce in these services.

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According to recent analyses, their participation reaches up to 40% in some home care services.

“The staff that supports older adults every day could now lose their jobs overnight,” warned Katie Smith Sloan, leader of LeadingAge.

Costs and services at risk due to the departure of immigrant workers

Healthcare organizations warn that losing experienced employees could force providers to reduce services or limit the number of new patients they accept.

They also expect operating costs to increase due to the need to pay overtime or hire temporary workers.

“The most significant impact will be the loss of experienced caregivers and frontline staff,” explained Jeanne McGlynn Delgado of ASHA.

These conditions could directly affect the quality of care in a system already under pressure from growing demand.

Aging population worsens the structural challenge

The impact comes at a time when the United States is facing rapid growth in its older adult population.

Official projections estimate a significant increase in demand for nursing assistants in the coming years.

“We have a mathematical problem… there will be more older adults and fewer people available to care for them,” warned Rob Liebreich of Goodwin Living.

Specialists agree that the decision not only affects immigrants but also puts the stability of the healthcare system at risk, according to El País.