National Family Caregivers Month 2026

COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

Care connects us. No matter where you are in your caregiving journey, you’re not alone. Find answers, support and a community that understands.

Explore Support Options
Explore Support Options

Why Connect With Others?

Support Makes a Difference

Connecting with others can help you feel less alone, gain practical advice, find emotional support and discover new resources. Caregivers often tell us that being part of a community helps them keep going.

Feel less
isolated

Gain practical
tips and advice

Find emotional
support

Learn about
new resources

Connect with
people who
understand

Ways to Connect

Find the Support That Fits Your Needs

Choose the kind of support that works best for you today.

National Family Caregiver Help Desk

National Family Caregiver Help Desk

Connect with caregiving experts who guide you through challenges, provide resources, and help make sense of what comes next.

Online caregiver support group on Facebook

Online Support Group on Facebook

Join a private caregiver community where you can ask questions, share experiences and connect with people who understand.

Certified listener support

Certified Listeners through Kindly Human

Talk one-on-one with a trained listener who brings compassion, empathy and lived experience to the conversation.

National Caregiver Help Desk app

Live Support Groups via the Help Desk Companion App

Join live virtual support groups and connect with other caregivers in real time through the Help Desk companion app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered

Learn more about support options, how to get involved and what to expect.

The National Family Caregiver Help Desk connects family caregivers with information, resources and personalized support from caregiving experts.
No. Facebook is one option. Caregivers can also connect through the Help Desk, Certified Listeners, live virtual support groups and other CAN resources.

Many CAN support resources are available at no cost. Individual programs may have their own terms, so check the linked resource for current details.

Yes. The National Family Caregiver Help Desk and Certified Listener options are designed to provide more personal support for caregivers who want to talk with someone.

Our Partners

Care Connects Us is made possible with support by these leading organizations.

Campaign Sponsors

Diamond Sponsors

Gold, Silver & Friend Sponsors

Trusted Organizations – For Every Caregiving Journey

Nonprofit partners and patient advocacy groups play a vital role in Caregiver Action Network’s efforts during National Family Caregivers Month and throughout the year.

Meet Our Nonprofit Partners