Editor’s Note: This interview was conducted at #Bio2018. Please pardon the background noise.
John Schall is Chief Executive Officer of Caregiver Action Network (CAN) and in this video he discusses the mission of the CAN and the many valuable resources his group offers. The mission of the Caregiver Action Network is to promote resourcefulness and respect for the more than 90 million family caregivers across the country.
Some of the CAN’s goals include the following:
- Create Resourceful Caregivers – Serve an increasing number of family caregivers with practical help, support and information.
- Reduce Caregiver Stress – Improve the quality of life for family caregivers by reducing their day-to-day stress and financial distress.
- Create Respect for Family Caregivers – Advance the case for family caregiver recognition and support.
- Create Capable Caregivers – Build family caregiver confidence and capability through the dissemination of educational programs that demonstrate a positive impact on the lives of family caregivers.