Family Caregiving
Caring for a loved one can be one of the most meaningful roles you'll ever have, but it can also be one of the most challenging. That’s why United Way and AARP are collaborating to connect family caregivers to free, confidential support through 211.
Approximately 63 million Americans serve as family caregivers, providing unpaid care for aging parents, spouses, children with disabilities, family members, friends, and neighbors.
Through 211, caregivers can access free, confidential support 24/7 and connect with local resources for housing, food assistance, transportation, utilities, mental health support, and other caregiving needs.
Need Help Caring for a Loved One?
Contact 211 for free, confidential support available 24/7.
Connect with trained Community Resource Specialists who can help you find local resources for caregiving, housing, transportation, food assistance, mental health support, and more.
How 211 Supports Caregivers
Across the United Way network, 211 is so much more than a phone number. In this video, 211 leaders from across the country share what truly makes 211 special.
By The Numbers
Through personalized, one-on-one conversations with trained 211 Community Resource Specialists, caregivers get tailored AARP resources that cover a wide range of topics, along with direct connections to local services. Find AARP caregiving guides, tools and resources for every stage of the caregiving journey.
2.5M
caregivers have received support and access to resources
775K
referrals from 211 for caregiving needs
36M
caregivers have access to the Caregiver Support Program through 211
A Partnership Supporting Caregivers
To help more family caregivers, AARP and United Way Worldwide expanded the Caregiver Support Program in 2026. The program is now available in 32 states and Puerto Rico, making support accessible to an estimated 36 million caregivers.
Caregiving Support Program Locations PDF
Through 211, caregivers can connect with local resources and services, while AARP provides trusted caregiving information and tools.
Together, these resources help families navigate caregiving challenges and access assistance with housing, food, utilities, transportation, mental health, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Realities Facing America's Caregivers
America’s 63 million caregivers are holding families together, caring for an adult or a child with a complex medical condition or a disability. Check out these five urgent issues affecting caregiving today and how United Way is stepping in.
Caregiving Resources in Your State
Caregiving may be one of the most important and challenging roles you’ll ever take on. These guides help you get access to programs and services for everything from health, legal and financial assistance to respite care.
