Caregiver Action Network Unclaimed
National nonprofit supporting family caregivers with resources, education, and advocacy.
Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting family caregivers. It provides practical resources, education, and peer support, amplifies caregivers' voices through advocacy, and connects people to tools and networks that help them manage caregiving responsibilities while protecting their well-being. CAN works to improve caregiver readiness, inform policy, and empower caregivers to advocate for themselves and their loved ones.
To support family caregivers by providing information, tools, advocacy, and community to improve their well-being and the care they deliver.
What we offer
Caregiver Help Desk
Connects caregivers to essential resources and support nationwide.
www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/CareScout Resource Page
Access Comprehensive Caregiver Resources and Tools in One Place.
www.carescout.com/resourcesCost of Care Calculator
Estimate Caregiving Costs Effectively to Enhance Financial Planning.
www.carescout.com/cost-of-carePlug-In to Care Hub
Facilitates connections between caregivers and workplace supports for improved care management.
www.caregiveraction.org/connect-workplaces/Community Care Corps
Fosters volunteering models for caregiver support and independence.
www.communitycarecorps.org/Market segments
Caregiver support and navigation
Direct assistance, counseling, referrals, and personalized guidance that help family caregivers access services, manage tasks, and protect their well-being.
Caregiver resource hubs and information portals
Centralized online hubs that aggregate educational materials, planning resources, and links to external programs to help caregivers find and use relevant information.
Community volunteer respite and nonmedical assistance
Local volunteer-driven programs that provide nonmedical help and respite to caregivers and care recipients to support independence and reduce caregiver burden.
Caregiver financial planning and cost estimation
Tools and resources that estimate caregiving expenses and support budgeting and access to financial assistance programs.
Employer caregiver workplace support and training
Programs and resources that help employers implement caregiver-friendly policies, provide webinars, and integrate caregiver resources into employee benefits.
More information about our offering
Caregiver Help Desk
A nationwide support service that helps family caregivers access information, guidance, and CAN resources and networks to manage caregiving. The Caregiver Help Desk offers personalized assistance and critical resources to ensure caregivers feel supported and informed.
- Access Expert AssistanceCaregivers can reach out for immediate support, ensuring they receive personalized guidance tailored to their unique situations.
- Find Relevant Tools EffortlesslyComprehensive guidance to a wide range of resources helps caregivers navigate their challenges effectively.
- Gain Access to Valuable ProgramsCaregivers receive referrals to specialized programs that can enhance their caregiving efforts and provide additional support.
- Receive Emotional GuidanceCaregivers can connect with others or seek professional help, addressing feelings of isolation and stress.
CareScout Resource Page
CareScout's centralized resource hub for caregivers, offering access to caregiver resources and related tools for planning and caregiving.
- Facilitates Caregiver PlanningIntegrates directly with CareScout's suite of tools to streamline the caregiving process, making planning more efficient and effective.
- Offers Centralized ResourcesServes as a one-stop destination for various caregiving resources, facilitating easy access to essential information and support.
- Helps Estimate Care CostsProvides caregivers with important budgeting tools to estimate expenses related to caregiving, helping to make informed financial decisions.
- Enhances Resource ManagementGuides users on how to prioritize and manage caregiving resources effectively, ensuring they receive timely support and information.
Cost of Care Calculator
A calculator tool to estimate caregiving costs, helping families plan financial resources.
- Calculate Care Costs EasilyUtilize an intuitive interface to input various factors impacting caregiving costs, yielding tailored cost estimates for planning purposes.
- Budget for Care ExpensesAccess tools that facilitate comprehensive budget creation, enabling families to allocate resources and manage expenses effectively.
- Navigate with EaseExperience a simple layout that allows users to quickly access essential functions and resources without technical barriers.
- Access Helpful ResourcesDiscover relevant community assistance programs and resources designed to support caregiving amidst financial uncertainty.
Plug-In to Care Hub
A platform initiative to connect caregiver resources with workplaces, offering webinars and tools for caregiver-friendly workplaces.
- Offers Educational WebinarsHosts insightful webinars with practical tools and peer insights for employers and caregivers to improve workplace caregiving support.
- Connects Caregiver ResourcesSeamlessly links caregivers with essential resources, making it easier for employers to support their employees' caregiving responsibilities.
- Implements Supportive PoliciesGuides organizations in adopting inclusive practices that recognize and facilitate the needs of caregivers within the workforce.
- Builds Caregiving CommunityEncourages caregivers to connect with each other for shared experiences, enhancing their support networks and resources.
Community Care Corps
National program that fosters innovative local models in which volunteers provide nonmedical assistance to family caregivers, older adults, or adults with disabilities to maintain independence.
- Facilitates Caregiver ReliefEnables caregivers to manage responsibilities while receiving essential help.
- Encourages Unique SolutionsSupports community-driven initiatives that adapt to local needs.
- Enhances Caregiver SupportGrants enable tailored support initiatives aimed at caregivers.
- Builds Community ConnectionsStrengthens support networks through active community participation.