Our CEO, Marvell Adams Jr., recently joined host Debbie Matenopoulos for several inspiring on-air conversations across the country. Together, they shared personal caregiving experiences and explored the critical importance of helping caregivers stay connected to trustworthy resources and innovative tools—like Nomo Smart Care—that provide both support and peace of mind. These meaningful discussions highlight [...]
Caring for a loved one is one of life’s most meaningful—and most demanding—roles. In a recent national media tour, Caregiver Action Network CEO Marvell Adams Jr. and Michele Mongillo, MSN, BSN, RN, of First Quality shared personal insights and practical guidance to help caregivers ease stress and enhance the quality of care for their loved [...]
By Marvell Adams Jr., CEO, Caregiver Action Network & Generations United Board Member and Kristen Kiefer, Executive Director, Generations United As leaders in the caregiving and intergenerational movements, we know that connection is the current that powers compassion. Connection Is Care Every November, we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month - [...]
By: Marvell Adams Jr. | CEO | Caregiver Action Network Caregivers Are Holding the Line. Why Are We Pulling the Safety Nets Out from Under Them? Everywhere I go, I meet caregivers who are doing everything right. They work long hours, raise children, and care for aging parents or loved ones with chronic conditions — [...]
In a powerful new episode of CareGiverCast, Caregiver Action Network (CAN) CEO Marvell Adams Jr. unpacks what caregivers are really facing today—from isolation and guilt to rising costs and complicated family dynamics—and why caring for yourself is essential to caring for someone else. About CareGiverCast & THANC Produced by the Thyroid, Head and Neck [...]
From Stigma to Support: A Caregiver's Role in Mental Health Care & Substance Use Recovery Caring for a loved one living with mental health or substance use challenges can feel overwhelming — especially when it’s hard to talk about what’s really going on. Join the Families, Substance Use & Mental Health Network [...]
Caring for a loved one with Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) can be challenging, especially when symptoms are subtle, misunderstood, or overlooked by providers. This course was designed specifically for family caregivers to help you understand TD, recognize symptoms, overcome systemic barriers, and find resources and support. Through lessons, real caregiver stories, and practical strategies, you’ll [...]
Join the Families, Addiction & Mental Health Network (FAM) for a discussion about supporting individuals and communities in recovery. Hear from leaders in recovery services and the workforce who are expanding access to treatments, empowering recovery, and building resilience in communities around the country. Bonus Resources NSC Respond Ready Workplace FAM Resources [...]
Caregiver Action Network’s Director of Community Initiatives, Nichole Goble, recently joined Mental Health America’s webinar “Parenting Under Pressure: Supporting Caregivers on the Frontlines.” The session, co-hosted with Arizona State University, created space for caregivers who balance demanding frontline professions—such as healthcare, education, and crisis response—with the responsibilities of caring for their own families. These roles demand [...]
Family caregivers play a vital role in the care and recovery journey of individuals living with schizophrenia. Yet, these caregivers often face complex challenges when trying to access information or provide support due to misunderstandings around the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). For African Americans and immigrant populations in particular, these challenges [...]













