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  • 63 Million Reasons to Show Up for Family Caregivers

    Behind every statistic is a story. Behind every number is a person who deserves support. Each day, across living rooms and kitchen tables in every corner of the country, 63 million Americans wake up and are faced with an extraordinary challenge: to care for a loved one. Quite often they do not choose…

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  • Yesenia and her daughter Miki share a family moment. Yesnia is Miki's caregiver.

    Against All Odds: Yesenia and Miki’s Caregiving Story

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Yesenia and Miki for welcoming us into their home and being willing to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection.   When you…

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  • Timothy and Linda's story about friendship and caregiving.

    Caring Through Friendship: Timothy and Linda’s Caregiving Story

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Timothy and Linda for welcoming us into their home and being willing to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection. For many…

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  • Cybil and Ava share a moment together

    Navigating Childhood With Courage and Care: Cybil and Ava’s Caregiving Story

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Cybil and Ava for their openness and willingness to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection. Their days are busy, their challenges…

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  • Celebrating 25 Years of Supporting Family Caregivers

    When Careforth began 25 years ago, it wasn’t just about launching a company. It was about showing up for families who were overwhelmed, unseen, and doing everything they could to care for someone they love at home. That belief—that family caregivers matter—has fueled every step of our journey since. Today, we celebrate a…

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  • Deb and Mark share freindship

    The Power of Friendship: Deb and Mark’s Caregiving Story

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Deb and Mark for their openness and willingness to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection.  When Deb and Mark met in…

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  • Mike Adams, one of the Faces of Careforth

    Faces of Careforth: Mike Adams

    At Careforth, our mission to support family caregivers is driven by our passionate associates who are dedicated to making a difference. This month, we’re excited to shine a light on Mike Adams and his work as Director, Business Development, Government Relations. With his expertise in policy and advocacy, Mike plays a crucial role…

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  • Caregiving Spotlight: Caring for “Dangerous” Dan with Down Syndrome

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dan, Kerry, Bruce, Madison, Lindsay, and Jessica for their openness and willingness to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection.    Meet Dan,…

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  • Caregiver Spotlight: Tiffany’s Journey with Careforth

    The following story introduces Careforth Care Manager, Macaria Wilson, and shares the inspiring caregiving journey of Tiffany and her family. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Macaria, Tiffany, Georgia, and David for their openness and willingness to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar…

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  • Linda gently holds her mother’s hand outdoors, both smiling warmly at each other. The moment reflects love, connection, and caregiving across generations.

    Life After Caregiving: What No One Told Me

    I expected to feel loss. I was not prepared for the persistent ache and anguish of absence. In the early stages of my grief, there would be no reconciling the lack of her presence. Everything about her was unforgettable: that angelic face; the sparkle in her eyes; her infectious smile and soft, warm,…

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  • Ritwik Bhattacharya Joins Careforth as Chief Technology Officer

    Careforth proudly welcomes Ritwik Bhattacharya as our new Chief Technology Officer. Ritwik brings more than 20 years of experience leading technology and product teams at innovative organizations including Headspace Health, Compass, Microsoft, and Intel. “One of the most powerful aspects of technology is how ubiquitous it has become over the last few decades,”…

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  • Stylized picture of the outline of Ohio.

    Structured Family Caregiving in Ohio: A New Way to Support Family Caregivers

    For over a decade, Careforth has been a trusted partner to caregivers across Ohio. We’ve supported families through Shared Living since 2011, a program under the Ohio Department of Development Disabilities Individual Options (IO) Waiver that empowers caregivers to care for their loved ones at home. For years, we’ve known that the need…

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  • Faces of Careforth: Christine Dilgard

    Faces of Careforth: Christine Dilgard

    Behind every family caregiver on our service is a team working tirelessly to ensure they’re seen, supported, and never alone on the journey. At Careforth, our care managers play a vital role in making that promise real—guiding families through complex care needs, connecting them with resources, and offering compassionate support when it’s needed…

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  • Faces of Careforth Lisa Reed

    Faces of Careforth: Lisa Reed

    At Careforth, our team members live out our mission of supporting caregivers and their families every day. Few embody that spirit more than Senior Account Manager Lisa Reed. For nearly five years, she’s been at the forefront of connecting Indiana families with the resources they need to help loved ones age in the…

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  • An image of a checklist for caregivers to use for tracking home hazards.

    Home Safety Hazards Every Caregiver Should Know About

    As adults age, their homes should feel safe, welcoming, and supportive. Yet everyday household features can quietly become risks. Falls, burns, or other preventable injuries are among the most common reasons older adults visit the emergency room. A home that once worked perfectly may now present challenges as mobility, vision, or balance change…

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