More than 63 million Americans play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of loved ones living with illness, disability, or age-related needs. Despite the critical role caregivers play, many face physical, mental, and financial challenges as a direct result of their caregiving responsibilities. Marvell Adams Jr., CEO of the Caregiver Action Network, joins [...]

Caregiving can be rewarding, but it's also physically and emotionally exhausting. In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, Mental Health America brought together three leading experts who understand the caregiving journey from both professional and deeply personal perspectives. Teresa Porto (Easter Seals DuPage and Fox Valley), Morgan Cutting (Care Out Loud), and Marvell Adams [...]

If you’re helping a mother, spouse, sister, or loved one navigate Medicare enrollment as they turn 65, you already know how overwhelming the process can feel. Between Parts A, B, C, and D, enrollment deadlines, and coverage gaps, Medicare can seem like an impossible maze to navigate. The good news? There’s a comprehensive, free resource [...]

Caring for someone with myasthenia gravis (MG) comes with unique challenges that only fellow caregivers truly understand. This November, during National Family Caregivers Month, we’re honored to highlight a powerful podcast episode that gives voice to the MG caregiver community. What is Myasthenia Gravis? Understanding the Caregiver Role Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular [...]

By: Marvell Adams Jr. | CEO | Caregiver Action Network Originally Posted on TheWellNews.com Today, 63 million Americans — one in four adults — provide care to a loved one living with age-related decline, disability or serious illness like cancer or heart disease. For these caregivers, reliable access to innovative medicines often marks the [...]

Caring for a loved one with leukemia while maintaining your career is one of the most challenging roles you may ever face. This guide was created specifically for you—the working family caregiver who is navigating the complex demands of supporting someone through leukemia treatment while also managing job responsibilities, financial pressures, and your own [...]

Work, parenting, elder care — many employees are balancing a lot. In a recent SHRM HonestHR podcast episode, Caregiver Action Network CEO Marvell Adams Jr. talks with host Marjorie Morrison about the realities of the “sandwich generation” and how HR can better support those trying to “do it all. What you’ll hear in this episode: [...]

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 - [...]