Join Caregiver Action Network’s Upcoming Webinar
May 21, 2026 @ 2 p.m. ET
Only 23% of caregivers report having good mental health, underscoring the emotional weight so many people carry while caring for a loved one. For those who are also working, that strain can affect focus, energy, relationships, and overall well-being.
This Benchmarks of Care training explores the emotional realities of caregiving, including anxiety, frustration, guilt, and grief. Participants will gain practical tools for coping, emotional regulation, and recognizing when added support may be needed.
What You Will Learn
Meet the Hosts
Niya McCray-Brown | Mental Health America
Niya McCray-Brown, serves as the Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships at Mental Health America’s National Office. Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and policy, and direct service. Niya leads the development of MHA’s outreach initiatives and partnership opportunities to promote mental wellness for all across the nation. Niya is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia and previously worked as a director of a community mental health nonprofit to support other clinicians in serving those with mental health conditions. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Hampton University and a Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling from The College of William and Mary. Niya’s passion for mental wellness initiatives is driven by her experiences in the mental health field and her understanding of how our collective mental health impacts our society.
Paola Zambrana | Director of Engagement & Project Management, Caregiver Action Network
Paola brings both professional expertise and personal insight to the caregiving space. In her role with CAN, she leads the Caregiver-Ready Workplaces initiative, helping employers better support workers who are balancing jobs and caregiving responsibilities. Her work focuses on practical strategies, education, and data-driven solutions that reduce burnout, improve retention, and create more flexible workplace cultures. By combining cross-sector partnership building with lived experience as a caregiver, Paola helps elevate caregiver needs and drive meaningful change in the workforce.
Nichole Goble | Director of Community Initiatives, Caregiver Action Network
Nichole has been a dedicated Caregiver Action Network (CAN) member since 2017, bringing a wealth of personal and professional experience to her role. She is currently a long-distance caregiver for her mother, who is battling COPD and lung cancer, and she previously cared for her grandfather during his fight with bone cancer.
Caregiver Action Network’s Caregiver-Ready Workplaces initiative helps employers recognize caregiving as a workforce issue that affects retention, productivity, and employee well-being. Through training, tools, and expert-informed support, the program helps organizations take meaningful steps toward becoming more caregiver-ready.
About Caregiver Action Network (CAN):
Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life for the more than 63 million family caregivers across the nation. From parents of children with complex health needs to spouses, friends, and adult children caring for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, or Alzheimer’s, CAN supports the full spectrum of caregiving families. Through free education, peer support, and resources, CAN empowers caregivers nationwide to provide care with strength, resilience, and hope.
