The Future of Care: have your say

Your story will shape the path, vision and future for how we care in America

Almost everyone will need or give care at some point in their lives — whether it’s taking care of aging or sick family members, children, disabled loved ones, or themselves.
1 Million Care Conversations is an ambitious effort to shape a new vision for care in America — grounded in real conversations with families about what they need, what’s missing, and the future they want to build.

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1 Million Care Conversations

Messages of care.

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Aging & Older adults

Alexandra’s Message Sherman Oaks, CA

As I am on the older end of the spectrum, I see the glaring need for Long Term Care for seniors. We are in a Senior Tsunami… We need more trained caregivers and it needs to be elevated to being seen…
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Debbie’s Message North Branford, CT

I would love to be able to keep my Spouse home throughout his journey with progressive MS. He is 51 and the fear he may go to nursing home causes me great anxiety.

 Family Caregivers

Elaine’s Message Brainerd, MN

Caregivers should be paid. More choices for adult daycare and respite breaks.

 Aging & Older adults Family Caregivers

Kathy’s Message Atlanta, GA

 It’s a lot as, as a daughter to kinda give orders rather than receive them, ’cause it’s still your mom, and, you know, it’s mentally challenging, more than I ever…
Read More Family Caregivers

Laura’s Message Alexandria, VA

Caregivers need respite care to energize themselves on this difficult journey. We need trained caregivers we can contact to help us when we need a break from our demanding duties.

 Child Care Family Caregivers

Natalia’s Message Indianapolis, IN

I had to- Probably … figure everything out, so that’s where my question about American medical system was very big and still is, because it’s not designed for a full-time working…
Read More Family Caregivers

Shanna’s Message Maplewood, NJ

If money were not an issue, the one thing I would change would be affordable and realistic options for families to care for their loved one at home.

 Care Workers Family Caregivers

Taleen’s Message Phoenix, AZ

Like, it was not easy dealing with insurance companies. It was not easy figuring out what was included and what wasn’t included. It was not easy finding the person that was certified and able…
Read More Care Workers

Toni’s Message Roanoke, TX

We should be able to keep our loved ones at home when they require total care and afford to have in home help.
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No matter where your community gathers, we have the tools to help you start a conversation about care. Use our guide to bring people together around meaningful conversations about the support that would make a difference.

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We’ve compiled guides and tools that make it easy to activate your community for care conversations. Visit our organizational resources page to learn more.

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Key Partners

Caring Across Generations
Care Can't Wait
New America
The Holding Co.