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Caregiver Action Network
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia 4,004 followers
The nation’s leading family caregiver organization.
About us
Caregiver Action Network is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization working to improve the quality of life for the more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. CAN serves a broad spectrum of family caregivers ranging from the parents of children with significant health needs, to the families and friends of wounded soldiers; from a young couple dealing with a diagnosis of MS, to adult children caring for parents with Alzheimer’s disease. CAN (formerly the National Family Caregivers Association) is a non-profit organization providing education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across the country free of charge.
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https://caregiveraction.org
External link for Caregiver Action Network
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, District of Columbia
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1993
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1150 Connecticut Ave NW
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Washington, District of Columbia 20036, US
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Updates
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Are you looking for information on caring for someone who had a stroke or has Alzheimer’s, understanding Medicare, or new technology for caregivers? If so, CAN’s Family Caregiver Toolbox is for you. The toolbox is full of resources, videos, and general information on a variety of topics. Visit: https://lnkd.in/ekhp7FZv
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Tim is caring for wife with schizophrenia. When she started showing new symptoms, he didn't know what was happening. Then she was diagnosed with TD . For Tim, sharing their story with others has helped him and his wife. Hear more about his story: https://lnkd.in/eZD6f6u7
Tim's Journey with Tardive Dyskinesia and Schizophrenia
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This week, CAN CEO, Marvell Adams Jr. participated in a panel discussion on "The Impact of Caregiving on Mental Health at Work" hosted by the Eisenberg Family Depression Center & University of Michigan. Other panelists were Dr. Lianlian Lei of University of Michigan Dept. of Psychiatry, Karen Kavanaugh of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, and Sean Egan of Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).
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If you’re caring for an adult child and have ever thought society believes now that your child is over 21, they are “on their own,” you are not alone. Read about the Colin Farrell Foundation, the foundation Colin Farrell started in honor of his son who has a rare neurological disorder. Read about the Colin Farrell Foundation, the foundation Colin Farrell started in honor of his son who has a rare neurological disorder. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eWc_kCrE Angelman Syndrome Foundation
Colin Farrell's Foundation for Adults with Disabilities
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Did you know that women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with PTSD? They’re also more likely to experience the trauma leading to PTSD at a younger age. If you are caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with PTSD or if you are dealing with PTSD yourself, we want to hear from you. We are working to develop a PTSD caregiver resource guide and would like to hear about the challenges you’ve encountered. If you’re interested in sharing your experience with us, click here to fill out the form: https://lnkd.in/eeAkpuB3
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ICYMI: Yesterday's Real Talk Tuesday focused on the effects that self-doubt and guilt can have on caregivers. Questions like "Am I doing this right?" or "Should I be doing more?" are normal, but can be crippling and keep you from caring for your loved one. One thing you can do to combat your self-doubt is work on your ability to ask questions and ask for help. Click to watch and learn more: https://bit.ly/3LVJ6Qs We hope you will join us for next week's Real Talk Tuesday (August 13 ) at 1:00 p.m. EST for Real Talk: The Impact Caregiving Has on Your Other Relationships featuring Nichole Goble, CAN's Director of Community Initiatives. If you have not yet joined the Caregiver Action Network Community, go to: https://bit.ly/3y0PqD1. As a member of the Group, you can participate in Real Talk Tuesdays--Facebook Live events taking place every Tuesday on various caregiving topics. Hope to see you there!
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