“Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization. It works to improve the quality of life for tens of millions of family caregivers. These Americans care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, or diseases. CAN also supports those meeting the living needs of older adults.

CAN (the National Family Caregivers Association EIN 52-1780405) is a non-profit organization providing education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across the country free of charge.”

“AgeWise Colorado is the trusted go-to online hub/connector for older Coloradans and their families to become informed about and find the services and products they need to thrive as they age.

To connect—at no cost—all older Coloradans and their caring family and friends, wherever they may be, to helpful and reliable services, products, information, assistance, and education for Aging Well and Wisely in Colorado.”

“Hilarity for Charity (HFC) is a national non-profit on a mission to care for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, activate the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates, and be a leader in brain health research and education.

HFC doesn’t technically stand for Help for Caregivers, but maybe it should. Family caregivers of people with dementia endure huge emotional, financial, and physical difficulties. So many of them put their careers, personal lives, finances – everything – on hold to take care of loved ones. HFC’s goal is to transform the caregiving experience for young people and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, increasing their well-being and helping them thrive.”

“If you are looking for support and community throughout your caregiving journey - from diagnosis through end-of-life care and your life after caregiving - you’ve come to the right place. We offer the opportunity to connect with fellow caregivers, a podcast that provides practical tools from experts, an inspirational blog from our founder, and helpful resources every step of the way. You are not alone.”

“Kindly Human is on a mission to ensure that everyone knows they have support from real people with genuine empathy no matter what they may be facing. Because we believe the answer to feeling heard and understood is simple: Humans connecting with other humans.”

“The Dinner Party is a platform for grieving 21-45-year-olds to find community, peer-led support, and build lasting relationships. Since 2018, The Dinner Party has connected more than 13,000 grieving peers to one another. We screen, train and support a growing network of peer Hosts, and connect them to 10-15 other grievers to form Tables.”

“The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) provides reliable information and support to all those who need assistance.”

“The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced a new voluntary nationwide initiative, the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model. This innovative program is designed to enhance the support provided to individuals living with dementia and their unpaid caregivers. For Medicare beneficiaries diagnosed with dementia and enrolled in Traditional Medicare, the GUIDE program offers additional benefits at no cost to beneficiaries.”

“Across HHS, our agencies provide resources for caregivers who take care of an aging, seriously ill, or disabled family member or friend. Learn more about being a caregiver and locate resources.”

“A Community of Courageous Grievers

Tender Hearts is a place where you can come to be supported in your grief. You can visit when you need to and leave feeling heard, understood, and hopeful.”

“Filmmakers Seth and Lauren Rogen join the show to answer a listener’s question about family upheaval caused by caring for an aging parent. Seth and Lauren open up about caring for Lauren’s mother after she received an early Alzheimer’s diagnosis, and Michelle and Craig share stories about the family caretaking that shaped their childhoods. Also find out how new hobbies and ceramic bongs could help you stay sharp as you age.”

“Filmmaker Kirsten Johnson lost her mother to Alzheimer's in 2007, now her father has dementia, and is disappearing before her eyes. As Kirsten struggles with grief over the inevitable loss of her father, she finds ways to celebrate his life and get closer to him. She tells Anderson it's never too late to get to know someone you love more deeply even after they are gone.”