# Caregiver Action Network
*Also known as CAN*

- Website: https://www.caregiveraction.org
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/caregiveraction-org

> National nonprofit supporting family caregivers with resources, education, and advocacy.

Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting family caregivers. It provides practical resources, education, and peer support, amplifies caregivers' voices through advocacy, and connects people to tools and networks that help them manage caregiving responsibilities while protecting their well-being. CAN works to improve caregiver readiness, inform policy, and empower caregivers to advocate for themselves and their loved ones.

**Mission:** To support family caregivers by providing information, tools, advocacy, and community to improve their well-being and the care they deliver.

## Products & Services

### [Caregiver Help Desk](https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/)
*Service*
Connects caregivers to essential resources and support nationwide.

- **Direct Support Channel** — Access Expert Assistance
- **Resource Guidance** — Find Relevant Tools Effortlessly
- **Partner Referrals** — Gain Access to Valuable Programs
- **Emotional Support** — Receive Emotional Guidance

### [CareScout Resource Page](https://www.carescout.com/resources)
*Platform*
Access Comprehensive Caregiver Resources and Tools in One Place.

- **CareScout Integration** — Facilitates Caregiver Planning
- **Resource Hub** — Offers Centralized Resources
- **Cost Calculator Access** — Helps Estimate Care Costs
- **Guided Resource Navigation** — Enhances Resource Management

### [Cost of Care Calculator](https://www.carescout.com/cost-of-care)
*Product*
Estimate Caregiving Costs Effectively to Enhance Financial Planning.

- **Cost Estimation** — Calculate Care Costs Easily
- **Financial Planning Support** — Budget for Care Expenses
- **User-Friendly Interface** — Navigate with Ease
- **Resource Links** — Access Helpful Resources

### [Plug-In to Care Hub](https://www.caregiveraction.org/connect-workplaces/)
*Platform*
Facilitates connections between caregivers and workplace supports for improved care management.

- **Webinar Series and Resources** — Offers Educational Webinars
- **Resource Integration** — Connects Caregiver Resources
- **Workplace Integration** — Implements Supportive Policies
- **Community Connection** — Builds Caregiving Community

### [Community Care Corps](https://www.communitycarecorps.org/)
*Service*
Fosters volunteering models for caregiver support and independence.

- **Volunteer Support** — Facilitates Caregiver Relief
- **Local Model Innovation** — Encourages Unique Solutions
- **Caregiver-focused Grantees** — Enhances Caregiver Support
- **Community Engagement** — Builds Community Connections

## Market Segments

- **Caregiver support and navigation**: Direct assistance, counseling, referrals, and personalized guidance that help family caregivers access services, manage tasks, and protect their well-being.
- **Caregiver resource hubs and information portals**: Centralized online hubs that aggregate educational materials, planning resources, and links to external programs to help caregivers find and use relevant information.
- **Community volunteer respite and nonmedical assistance**: Local volunteer-driven programs that provide nonmedical help and respite to caregivers and care recipients to support independence and reduce caregiver burden.
- **Caregiver financial planning and cost estimation**: Tools and resources that estimate caregiving expenses and support budgeting and access to financial assistance programs.
- **Employer caregiver workplace support and training**: Programs and resources that help employers implement caregiver-friendly policies, provide webinars, and integrate caregiver resources into employee benefits.