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About NAC Our Mission We build partnerships in research, advocacy, and innovation to make life better for family caregivers. Learn More Our Board of Directors Our Board of Directors represents the non-profit, corporate, and academic leaders committed to improving the...

Jennifer C.

When Jennifer’s mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Jennifer immediately recognized that she would take on the caregiving role. Caring for her mother felt like a natural extension of the care her parents had given her throughout her life. Because of the...
Insights from Jason Resendez | NFCM 2025

Insights from Jason Resendez | NFCM 2025

The Power of Lived Experience in Advancing Caregiving Policy: Lessons from the Caregiver Nation Summit  At this year’s Caregiver Nation Summit, one theme rose above all others: gratitude. Gratitude for the caregivers who show up day after day. Gratitude for the...
Jenny Owens, ScD, MS

Jenny Owens, ScD, MS

Dr. Jenny Owens is a strategic leader, educator, and researcher whose work bridges academic innovation, system strategy, and social impact. She serves as Vice Provost of Academic Affairs at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), providing executive oversight of...
Join Us in Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month

Join Us in Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and celebrate the millions of people who provide care to loved ones every day. This year, NAC invites you to help us recognize the vital contributions of family caregivers through our 2025 theme: Plug in to...

Lisa McGuire

Thank you for all that you have done to get caregivers recognized with the health system and to improve their health and well-being. You presence in the field will be greatly missed! Wishing you many happy and healthy years of very well-deserved retirement.

Senate Committee Advances $2.5B for Caregiver Support, NAC Responds

Senate Committee Advances $2.5B for Caregiver Support, NAC Responds

The Senate Appropriations Committee sent a clear message: supporting family caregivers is a bipartisan priority that cannot be ignored!

Yesterday, the Committee advanced $2.5 billion in total funding across aging and caregiver support programs. This investment will help millions of Americans care with dignity and sustainability.

We urge the House Appropriations Committee to match the Senate in these vital investments for family caregivers.