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By Elaine Shelly It’s been another long, but fulfilling day thanks to my home care aides. It began with attending...

INTRODUCTION Dialogue is an entry-point to move us into deeper understanding of one another and that can lead to deeper...

Help us build a future in which all systems of care are truly equitable and honor our individual and collective humanity.

While we continue to demand policy solutions to address our needs, in a true show of community care, our partners are pulling together tips for those most at-risk, and compile resources to those most affected by COVID-19.

As the Director of Operations at Caring Across Generations, a campaign fighting for sweeping policy changes to improve the lives of family caregivers, I feel a special commitment to the family caregivers on our team during this difficult and unprecedented time - some who are caring for children and aging parents.

Who are we talking about when we talk about the Caring Majority? The coronavirus has changed the face of our...

The single most effective thing you can do to convince a lawmaker to pass meaningful supports for family caregivers is sharing your personal experiences. We know that our stories make caregiving real for members of Congress, and storytelling is the most powerful tool we have as advocates.

Here are some tips for caregivers responsible for both young and old, from Caring Across Generations and our partners at the National Alliance for Caregiving.

Caregivers are courageous. We are not saints, angels or superhumans with a greater capacity for love. We are dedicated and tired family members or friends doing the best we can, often while draining our own bank accounts and putting our hopes and dreams on the back burner.

The presidential debates are the biggest stage we have to discuss policy issues. It’s important that the candidates have to...