Needs
Caregiver OneCall Needs Statement
Caregiver OneCall exists to ensure no caregiver feels alone at 2 AM. Our work is growing rapidly, and our needs reflect the urgent, real-time support caregivers are asking for every day.
1. Funding to Sustain and Expand Our Free 24/7 Caregiver Support Hotline
Demand for our hotline continues to increase as caregivers face burnout, isolation, and crisis moments without support. We need funding to:
Keep our free 24/7 telephone support fully staffed and operational
Respond to more calls from caregivers caring for children, spouses, parents, and loved ones of all ages
Ensure caregivers can access immediate, compassionate support when they need it most
2. Support for Caregiver Training and Practical Education
Caregivers often step into complex medical and emotional roles without preparation. Funding allows us to:
Provide free caregiver training and workshops focused on real-world caregiving challenges
Offer culturally responsive education that meets caregivers where they are
Equip caregivers with tools that reduce stress, prevent burnout, and improve outcomes for care recipients
3. Expansion of Respite and Relief Services
Many caregivers cannot step away, even briefly. We need support to:
Increase access to respite services that give caregivers time to rest and recharge
Reduce caregiver burnout and health decline caused by prolonged stress
Reach caregivers who have no backup support system
4. Capacity and Infrastructure to Meet Growing Demand
As awareness of Caregiver OneCall grows, so does the need for sustainable systems. Funding supports:
Program coordination and scheduling
Outreach so caregivers know free help exists
Technology and systems that allow us to serve caregivers efficiently and responsibly
5. Unrestricted Support for Immediate and Emerging Needs
Unrestricted gifts are critical. They allow us to respond quickly to caregiver crises, scale services as demand grows, and remain accessible to caregivers regardless of income or location.