NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH 2026
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IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL: WORK, FAMILY & CAREGIVING
Being a family caregiver can mean juggling endless jobs at once, from supporting a loved one and raising children to managing work and relationships. Watch now for practical ideas about burnout, boundaries, asking for help, and caring for yourself while caring for others.
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RESOURCES FOR WORK, FAMILY & YOU
EXPLORE THE TOOLS, CONVERSATIONS & SUPPORT SHARED DURING THE WEBINAR.
INCLUDES RESOURCES FROM CAREGIVER ACTION NETWORK, MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA, SHRM & WEBINAR PARTICIPANTS.
Featured Speakers
Glenna Shen
VP, Head Corporate Affairs · Sobi North AmericaGlenna Shen
Glenna Shen serves as Vice President of Corporate Affairs for Sobi North America, overseeing strategic communications, public policy, and advocacy relations. Her experience includes healthcare advocacy, communications, compliance, and ethics, with previous leadership roles at Amgen and 98point6.
Suzi Craig
Vice President of Workplace Mental Health · Mental Health AmericaSuzi Craig
Suzi Craig is Vice President of Workplace Mental Health at Mental Health America, where she leads the strategic direction of MHA’s workplace mental health programs. She brings over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, partnerships, program development, and communications. Before joining MHA in 2023, she served as Chief Strategy Officer of Mental Health Connecticut, expanding workplace mental health programs and partnerships.
Lorna Contreras-Townsend
Sustainability & Social Responsibility · Capital GroupLorna Contreras-Townsend
Lorna Contreras-Townsend works in sustainability and social responsibility at Capital Group, supporting community partnerships and initiatives focused on economic opportunity and financial well-being. Her experience includes social impact programs, philanthropy, and community engagement, with an emphasis on expanding access to financial education and resources.
Dr. Pearl L. Harmon
Founder & CEO · Aging Care Navigators™Dr. Pearl L. Harmon
Dr. Pearl L. Harmon is the Founder and CEO of Aging Care Navigators™, an educator, speaker, executive leader, and former family caregiver. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience in education and organizational leadership, she helps caregivers and professionals navigate challenges with clarity, compassion, and confidence. Through coaching, speaking, and training, she combines lived caregiving experience with practical leadership strategies.
Melissa Llarena
Caregiver & CEOMelissa Llarena
Melissa Llarena has been a caregiver since childhood, growing up with a mother living with mental illness. She has raised three sons across Sydney, Austin, and Connecticut while caring for her mother from a distance. After 10 years at major companies and 14 years coaching more than 200 executives, she now helps companies support employee caregivers.
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