Repost from BrainandLife.org Caregivers are wired to put others first. For many, that instinct is so deeply ingrained that tending to their own needs begins to feel indulgent — even selfish. Over time, this mindset can quietly erode a caregiver's health, resilience, and sense of self. A recent feature [...]

Alkermes, Inc. and the Caregiver Action Network (CAN) surveyed adults who provide unpaid care or support to a family member or friend diagnosed with schizophrenia. The goal was to better understand the experience of caregiving, including perceptions around their loved ones’ treatment journey, and the challenges and impacts of schizophrenia caregiving. Alkermes, Inc. and [...]

NBC, via Getty Images The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie — the 84-year-old mother of *Today* show host Savannah Guthrie — has sparked a national conversation about the very real fears and challenges of long-distance caregiving. This HuffPost article uses the high-profile case as a springboard to offer practical guidance [...]

Posted on UExpress.com  |  January 19, 2026 DEAR ABBY: I am a 70-year-old male caring for my 71-year-old wife. She has had health issues for more than 10 years. I own my own business and am the only employee, although my wife does help me with a portion of the business. Dealing with all her [...]

In this conversation, PFCD’s Ken Thorpe and Caregiver Action Network's CEO Marvell Adams, Jr. examine how “Most Favored Nation” drug pricing could reshape access to medicines for Medicaid beneficiaries.They discuss the potential ripple effects on caregivers, including added burdens from restricted access or disrupted care, and consider the broader equity implications for vulnerable populations. The discussion [...]

During the holiday season, caregivers often experience heightened stress and burnout. It’s essential to find ways to manage this stress while maintaining the joy of the holidays. Caregiver Action Network's Director of Community Initiatives, Nichole Goble, joined Bernadette Saunders, who hosts a regular discussion via Facebook live, to discuss how caregivers can manage stress [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]