Families across the United States are facing new challenges as Haitian caregivers, many of whom had temporary work permits, have been laid off following the end of their Temporary Protected Status (TPS). TPS is a U.S. immigration designation that allows individuals from countries facing ongoing crises—such as natural disasters or political instability—to live and work in the U.S. temporarily. For many, this status has been a lifeline, especially in sectors like healthcare and personal care. Linda Mancuso, a mother from Long Island, described her disabled son Michael’s Haitian caregiver, Jean, as “a lifeline,” emphasizing how Jean helped Michael with daily tasks like showering, eating, and tying his shoes. Jean was laid off in July along with 18 other Haitian workers at the nonprofit AHRC Nassau, where he had worked for several years. The decision to end TPS for Haitians was announced by the Trump administration in June 2025, triggering a legal battle that reached the Supreme Court. In a ruling that upheld the administration’s decision, the court allowed 350,000 Haitians to lose their status by the end of July. This change means that TPS holders can no longer legally work in the U.S. and face the risk of deportation. The healthcare industry, which heavily relies on Haitian workers, has been hit hard, with many employers forced to lay off TPS holders due to the sudden loss of legal work authorization. Kezia Scales, vice-president of policy and research at the Paraprofessional Healthcare Institute, highlighted the strain on the healthcare sector, which is already understaffed. She noted that without the contributions of immigrant workers, the domestic market lacks enough people to fill these roles. National advocacy groups are now pushing for policies that would create more legal pathways for international caregivers to work in the U.S. Meanwhile, organizations like Jewish Community Services of South Florida have been forced to lay off 18 Haitian TPS holders, leaving remaining staff to work overtime. They expressed concern about the impact on Holocaust survivors, who often find it difficult to trust new caregivers. The group is advocating for Senate Bill 4814, which would extend TPS for Haitians, but the bill has stalled in the Senate due to Republican opposition. AHRC Nassau CEO Stanfort Perry described the challenges of recruiting and training staff in the care field, noting that the organization is competing with higher-paying industries for workers. The nonprofit has lost 19 Haitian staff this year and 22 last year. Meanwhile, hundreds of Haitians have been deported since the Supreme Court ruling, despite ongoing gang violence in Haiti. White House immigration czar Tom Homan defended the deportations, stating that the government is enforcing the law as the American people voted for. Public support for Trump’s immigration policy has fluctuated, with a recent poll showing a 10% decline in support since the start of his second term. However, support for the policy remains relatively strong compared to other issues. A Pew Research survey conducted before the TPS provision was withdrawn found that 39% of Americans supported the ending of TPS, while 59% disapproved. For Linda Mancuso, the loss of Jean has been deeply personal. She is grieving the impact on her son Michael and other families served by the nonprofit. She is also worried about the uncertainty facing Jean and other TPS holders, who now live in fear of potential deportation.