Caregiver Action Network

http://caregiveraction.org

855-227-3640

People in the U.S. who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age

To promote resourcefulness and respect for the more than 65 million family caregivers across the country; to educate, support, empower and speak up for caregivers.

• Formerly the National Family Caregivers Association
• Family Caregiver Forum to connect with other caregivers to share support and advice
• Peer Network offers over 100 volunteers in more than 40 states who are available to provide localized advice, information, and support
• Story Project to share your own story and read the stories of others to open yourself to the idea that you are not alone as well as to learn how other caregivers have handled difficult challenges
• Family Caregiver Toolbox provides tips, questionnaires, booklets, and organization tools
• Offers 10 Tips for Family Caregivers on website
• Listings of other caregiver organizations, home care agencies, advocacy organizations, senior living options, respite resources, and disease-specific websites
• Coping with Alzheimer’s information and videos.