Join Caregiver Action Network's Upcoming Webinar September 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm EST  Recovery from Substance Use Disorder: How Employers and Caregivers Can Support Join the Families, Addiction & Mental Health Network (FAM) for a discussion about supporting individuals and communities in recovery. Hear from leaders in recovery services [...]

By Jodi Koehn-Pike Content Development Manager, Caregiver Action Network Amazon Prime’s The Better Sister is a gripping psychological drama that weaves together the lives of two estranged sisters, Chloe and Nicki—played by Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks—following the murder of Chloe’s husband, Adam. While the story begins as a mystery, it quickly evolves into [...]

From Isolation to Connection: Rural Alzheimer’s Care & Behavioral Support For many Alzheimer’s caregivers, especially those in rural or underserved communities, accessing help for challenging behavioral symptoms like agitation, aggression, or delusions can feel out of reach. This 60-minute panel-style webinar, hosted by Caregiver Action Network, brings together clinical and emotional health experts [...]

When The Pitt premiered earlier this year, it quickly found its audience—not just among fans of medical dramas, but especially with those who’ve walked in the shoes of a family caregiver. Critics praised it for its grounded storytelling and emotional honesty, while viewers connected to its willingness to go deeper than just ER chaos [...]

By: Chance Browning, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships, Caregiver Action Network As fans of And Just Like That begrudgingly stream the latest (and, according to the showrunner's recent announcement, final) season—many of us hate-watching with one eyebrow permanently raised—the show still manages to serve up some unexpectedly real moments. Among the plotlines drawing attention [...]

Storms (summer and winter), wildfires, heatwaves, flooding, tornados and hurricanes can bring immediate damage to a community—but the lingering effects include foodborne illness. Did you know... food that has been exposed to fire, flood water or a power outage for too long can contain harmful bacteria that make you sick. Knowing how to keep [...]

Understanding Obesity, Together. An interactive learning experience for caregivers and care partners. Start the Experience Learn how to better support loved ones living with obesity through fun, fast-paced games and expert insights. Start the Experience Obesity is more than just a number on a scale—it’s a complex, [...]

Star-Studded Cast Brings Visibility to Family Caregiving, PTSD, and Alzheimer’s Disease By Chance Browning and Jodi Koehn-Pike Caregiver Action Network staff Netflix’s critically acclaimed drama Sirens is a haunting, emotionally layered series that explores trauma, caregiving, memory loss, and the enduring bonds—and burdens—of family. The series features an all-star cast, including Meghann Fahy (Drop, [...]

Navigating Care Coordination with Confidence The Families, Addiction & Mental Health Network (FAM) joins CAN for a discussion about navigating care coordination and prior authorization. Hear physician, policy, advocacy, and caregiver perspectives and learn how you can navigate prior authorization to ensure your loved ones receive the care they need to [...]

Caregivers who prepare meals for loved ones often have leftovers. To prevent food waste and—more importantly, foodborne illness—follow these food safety and leftovers storage tips. Remember the Two-Hour Rule: Refrigerate perishable items within two hours of coming out of the oven or refrigerator. After two hours, perishable food enters the "Danger Zone" (between 40 °F and 140 °F), [...]