Javascript is not enabled.

Javascript must be enabled to use this site. Please enable Javascript in your browser and try again.

Skip to content
Content starts here
CLOSE ×
Search
CLOSE ×
Search
Leaving AARP.org Website

You are now leaving AARP.org and going to a website that is not operated by AARP. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply.

Healthcare Professionals


Support Family Caregiver Integration: Tools for Healthcare Delivery

Adult daughter supports her mother when she gets bad news from emergency room personnel.

Today, 63 million Americans provide unpaid care to older adults, managing complex medical tasks, hospital discharges, and daily responsibilities. Healthcare professionals like you—hospital leaders, clinicians, and social service providers—play a key role in family caregiver inclusion.
 

When caregivers are part of the care team, patients recover more smoothly, caregivers feel more confident, and hospitals see fewer delays and readmissions. Bookmark this hub for tools, insights, and best practices to strengthen caregiver collaboration and improve outcomes for all.

Tools for Healthcare Leaders

Resources for Family Caregivers

An older man smiling with his daughter's arms on his shoulder


Patient and Family Education

Send your patients and their family caregivers here for free resources. Whether they are just beginning their caregiving journey or need help finding more support, AARP offers information, expert tips, tools, local resources, a supportive online community for family caregivers and more.
 

Research and Insights