During National Family Caregivers Month caregivercompanion.ai Offers Free 24/7 Support to 63 Million Americans

Built by caregivers, for caregivers, CARA offers compassionate guidance and practical help at no cost, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CASA GRANDE, AZ, UNITED STATES, November 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — November is National Family Caregivers Month, and while millions of Americans are being recognized for the extraordinary care they provide to loved ones, caregivercompanion.ai is delivering a message that goes beyond appreciation:

**You are not alone. Help is available. And it doesn’t have to cost you anything.**

Through CARA, its compassionate caregiver companion, caregivercompanion.ai provides free access to practical caregiving guidance, emotional encouragement, and personalized assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

CARA was built by people who have experienced caregiving firsthand, with a simple belief: No one should have to navigate the challenges of caring for someone they love without somewhere to turn for help.

### A National Need That Cannot Be Ignored

According to the 2025 *Caregiving in the U.S.* report from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, approximately 63 million Americans — nearly one in four adults — provide care for a family member or loved one with health needs.

For many, caregiving means balancing jobs, families, financial responsibilities, medical appointments, medications, and the emotional demands of watching someone they love struggle.

Questions don’t wait until business hours. Neither do the worries.

CARA is available whenever caregivers need somewhere to turn, whether that’s at two in the afternoon or two in the morning.

### Born From One Husband’s Caregiving Journey

For Mike Weinberger, CEO and Co-Founder of caregivercompanion.ai, the mission is deeply personal.

After 46 years of marriage, Mike found himself navigating more than six years of caring for his wife, Nora, as she lived with Alzheimer’s disease.

That experience led him to write *My Wife Has Alzheimer’s — Now What?* and ultimately to join forces with Co-Founder and President Denice M. Kennedy to create CARA.

“When Nora was diagnosed, I discovered how lonely and overwhelming caregiving could become,” said Weinberger. “There were so many questions, so many decisions, and so many moments when I simply needed someone to help me figure out what to do next.”

“Nora was the reason CARA was born. But the 63 million Americans caring for someone they love are the reason CARA exists.”

### Free Help, Made Possible Through Generosity

The mission of caregivercompanion.ai is to make essential caregiver support accessible regardless of income.

That commitment is strengthened by donations, grants, and the generosity of businesses and individuals who believe family caregivers deserve meaningful support.

“We are deeply grateful to the companies and individuals who recognize that caregivers need more than a thank-you during November,” said Weinberger. “They need real help, and they need it throughout the year.”

“Many caregivers are already sacrificing financially to care for someone they love. The last thing we want is for them to worry about paying just to ask a question or find some guidance.”

**CARA Free is available at no cost, with no credit card required.** Optional paid plans offer additional features for caregivers and families who want them.

Companies, foundations, community organizations, and individuals interested in helping make free caregiver support available to more families can learn about sponsorship opportunities at:

https://caregivercompanion.ai/sponsorship

### What Can Caregivers Ask CARA?

CARA helps caregivers navigate everyday challenges, including:

– Understanding caregiving situations and exploring practical next steps.
– Preparing questions for doctors and organizing important conversations.
– Finding ways to communicate with loved ones experiencing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
– Managing caregiver stress, frustration, and difficult family discussions.
– Finding guidance for everyday care routines, safety concerns, and changing needs.
– Navigating care for loved ones living with traumatic brain injuries, chronic illnesses, disabilities, and other conditions.
– Getting help putting difficult thoughts into words and preparing conversations with family members or healthcare providers.

CARA is available 24/7 and supports caregivers in more than 25 languages.

CARA does not replace medical professionals or emergency services. Instead, it offers an accessible place for caregivers to ask questions, organize their thoughts, and receive practical guidance as they navigate their responsibilities.

### National Family Caregivers Month: Recognition Should Lead to Action

The 2026 National Family Caregivers Month theme, *Care Connects Us*, recognizes the relationships and shared experiences that bring caregivers together.

caregivercompanion.ai is supporting that spirit by encouraging families, employers, healthcare professionals, community organizations, and businesses to share the availability of CARA Free with anyone who may need help.

“We don’t want anyone to finish reading this announcement and think they need to buy something,” said Weinberger. “We want them to visit caregivercompanion.ai, meet CARA, and discover that they have somewhere to turn.”

“Caregiving doesn’t stop when November ends. And neither does CARA.”

### How to Get Free Access

Family caregivers anywhere in the United States can visit:

https://caregivercompanion.ai

Create a free account, meet CARA, and begin asking questions.

**There is no cost to use CARA Free. No credit card is required. And help is available day or night.**

### Help Keep CARA Free for Caregivers

The need for caregiver support extends far beyond National Family Caregivers Month.

Businesses, foundations, community organizations, and individuals can help support the mission of making compassionate caregiver assistance available to more families, regardless of their ability to pay.

Learn more about becoming a CARA sponsor:

https://caregivercompanion.ai/sponsorship

### About caregivercompanion.ai

caregivercompanion.ai was created by caregivers who believe no one should face caregiving alone.

Founded by Mike Weinberger and Denice M. Kennedy, CARA combines compassionate communication with practical, personalized guidance to help individuals and families navigate the everyday challenges of caregiving.

Built by caregivers, for caregivers, CARA is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with free access for anyone seeking support.

Website: https://caregivercompanion.ai

### Media Contact

Mike Weinberger
CEO & Co-Founder, caregivercompanion.ai
Phone: 888-460-2272
Website: https://caregivercompanion.ai

Interviews with Mike Weinberger are available to discuss his personal caregiving journey, the creation of CARA, and the growing need for accessible family caregiver support.

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caregivercompanion.ai
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