Plug-in to Care: Nonprofit Partners
Nonprofit partners and patient advocacy groups play a vital role in Caregiver Action Network’s efforts during National Family Caregiver’s Month and throughout the year.
These organizations amplify our message, extend our reach, and help us provide critical resources and support to the millions of caregivers nationwide. Their collaboration allows us to connect with diverse communities, advocate for caregiver needs, and offer valuable tools and services that would be impossible to deliver alone.
Whether through joint campaigns, shared expertise, or direct outreach, these partners help caregivers receive the recognition, guidance, and encouragement they need to continue their essential work.
Their dedication strengthens the caregiving community and enhances our ability to make a lasting impact.
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Disease-Specific and Health-Related Agencies
For caregivers supporting loved ones with specific medical conditions, access to disease-specific information and resources is essential. Many organizations offer tailored guidance, support, and community connections for particular health issues such as Alzheimer’s, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and more. By leveraging these disease-specific organizations, caregivers can feel more empowered and informed when navigating the complexities of their loved one’s health needs.
The mission of the Angelman Syndrome Foundation is to advance the awareness and treatment of Angelman syndrome through education and information, research, and support for individuals with Angelman syndrome, their families and other concerned parties. We exist to give all of them a reason to smile, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.
The IgA Nephropathy Foundation’s mission is to be a patient-centric organization focused on finding a cure for IgA Nephropathy. Using the power of the patient community, we are focused on funding research, using patient advocacy to empower our patients, and building a network of support.
Which everyday cancer problem will we fix today? Livestrong mission is centered around this one question. We make immediate impact on the lives of people affected by cancer and seek out solutions to support quality of life today—and for every step of the journey.
The Cancer Support Community uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.
The Kidney Cancer Association’s mission is to be a global community dedicated to serving and empowering patients and caregivers, and leading change through advocacy, research, and education
We fight to cure colorectal cancer and serve as relentless champions of hope for all affected by this disease through informed patient support, impactful policy change, and breakthrough research endeavors.
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.
Triage Cancer® is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources.
Lung Cancer Initiative specializes in connecting patients, survivors, and loved ones with the medical and research community.
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The Association of Migraine Disorders® strives to expand the understanding of migraine by supporting research, education, and awareness.
To improve the lives of people with MS. Mission statement: The mission of the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation is to provide programs and support services to those persons affected by MS that help them maintain their health, safety, self-sufficiency, and personal well-being; and to heighten public awareness of multiple sclerosis in order to elicit financial support for the Foundation’s programs and services and promote understanding for those diagnosed with the illness.
Our mission is to improve the lives of everyone affected by Huntington’s disease and their families.
The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, promoting strong bones for life and reducing human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research. Established in 1984, BHOF is the nation’s largest health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health.
Our mission is to unite stakeholders to advance patient-centered COPD policy at the state and federal level.
Cures Collective seeks to unify the neurodegenerative disease field, accelerate finding treatments and cures, and increase and improve access to care through intentional collaboration, and sustained public awareness and mobilization.
Caring for Elders
As our loved ones age, the challenges of providing elder care can increase. Various organizations offer invaluable support and guidance in navigating elder care, from helping with mobility issues to managing cognitive decline. These resources help families manage the complexities of elder care with expert advice and up-to-date information.
The mission of Aging & Disability Resource Center of Barron and Rusk Counties is to empower and support seniors, people with disabilities, and their families to ask for help, find a way to live with dignity and security, and achieve maximum independence and quality of life.
The NHCDD is dedicated to the pursuit of dignity and justice, authentic community inclusion, cultural competency, and self-determination for all people with developmental disabilties.
Organization for Latino Health Advocacy (OLHA) is a national advocacy organization committed to improving Latino health outcomes through research, education, and policy. OLHA applies a community-based participatory research model that elevates Latino voices and drives policy reform through evidence-based strategies.
The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization that works to enhance the professional growth and development of our members, to create and maintain professional standards for social workers, and to advance sound social policies
The mission of BCSSI is to promote independence and provide enriching opportunities for older adults in Boone County.
Aging Forward is a national alliance of 55 dedicated affiliate organizations serving more than 165,000 older adults each year. Together with our committed volunteers and sponsoring partners, Aging Forward has reached more than 2.5 million older adults—and we’re just getting started!
Longer life means that today’s older adults have opportunities unknown to previous generations. Longer life also brings new challenges for both older adults and caregivers. No one understands the new face of aging better than the professionals at Lifespan.
Lifespan helps older adults and caregivers take on the challenges and opportunities of longer life. As a regional nonprofit, Lifespan is a trusted source of unbiased information, guidance and more than 30 services and advocacy for older adults and caregivers. We also provide training and education for allied professionals and the community. Annually we assist thousands of older adults and caregivers. All of our services are provided in Monroe County and several extend to the Pennsylvania border and over to Seneca and Genesee counties.
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Lifespan holds informational workshops every month on topics ranging from Medicare to fall prevention. Visit our workshop page to learn more.
Lifespan is a member of the American Society on Aging, the National Council on Aging, the Greater Rochester Partnership for the Elderly, Leading Age NY, the State Society on Aging, the NYS Senior Citizen Action Council, and LiveOn NY.
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USAging represents and supports the national network of Area Agencies on Aging and advocates for the Title VI Native American Aging Programs that help older adults and people with disabilities live with optimal health, well-being, independence and dignity in their homes and communities.
The South Alabama Regional Planning is the designated Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for South Alabama. For more than thirty-five years the AAA has assessed the needs of older persons in the three-county region in South Alabama; distributed funds for the provision of services to older adults; helped agencies and local governments plan services for older persons; and provided information about available resources to older adults and their caregivers. Staff of the Area Agency on Aging are available to assist seniors, persons with disabilities, and their families in coordinating resources and services that support an active healthy lifestyle and maintain independence as long as possible.
Caregiver Support Organizations, Information & Advocacy
Family caregivers play an essential role in the care of loved ones, often without access to sufficient resources or support. Fortunately, numerous national organizations exist to provide advocacy, education, and hands-on support for caregivers. These groups work to raise awareness about the unique challenges caregivers face while offering a range of resources, from legislative advocacy to educational materials.
Sandwiched KC is a 501c3 nonprofit helping family caregivers in the Kansas City metro area by providing FREE information and referral, support groups, education, and self-care activities. Our mission is to create opportunities for family caregivers to find local support and shared wisdom.
The mission of Courage to Caregivers is to empower and equip carers to navigate their journey. We envision a world where healthy carers lead to healthier families and communities. We’re in the caregiver burnout prevention business! * We use carer and caregiver interchangeably. Carers are who we are; caregiving is what we do–in all forms, for others and ourselves.
Triage Health provides free education on legal and practical issues to help you navigate health care, through resources, materials, and events. This is especially important when navigating a chronic or serious medical condition.
We catalyze system change to build health, wellness, and financial security for all family caregivers through research, policy, and narrative change.
The mission of the ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center is to assist and promote the development of quality respite and crisis care programs in the United States; to help families locate respite and crisis care services in their communities; and to serve as a strong voice for respite in all forums.
We champion youth who provide care for chronically ill, injured, or elderly family members, as well as those with physical or mental health conditions. We support their role as caregivers and guide their success in school and life.
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) is a national 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization which provides case management services and financial aid to Americans with chronic, life threatening and debilitating illnesses.
We support caregivers by investing in their mental, physical and financial wellness. Each year, we host multi-day retreats featuring professional wellness workshops and outdoor activities for family caregivers.
Advance women’s health through science, policy, and education while promoting research on sex differences to optimize women’s health.
AfPA is a national network of healthcare providers who prioritize patient-centered care by advocating for policies that support clinical decision making, limit abusive utilization management techniques, and acknowledge each person’s individual health care needs.
The Movement Disorders Policy Coalition brings together advocacy groups, health care providers, patients and other stakeholders to inform policy impacting patient-centered care for people living with movement disorders.
The mission of the National Health Council is to provide a united voice for the 160 million people living with chronic diseases and disabilities and their family caregivers.
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