A community of family caregivers supporting each other through practical help and shared resources.
To connect caregivers with one another for the exchange of practical help, shared resources, and mutual support.
Reimagining caregiving as a collective act of compassion and mutual care that strengthens families and communities, supports dignity and well-being in later life, and makes caregiving sustainable for all.
The principles that guide everything we do.
We build this collective by voicing our needs, cultivating confidence and growth, and shaping the support that works for us.
We act with kindness and empathy, honoring the dignity of caregivers and those they care for.
We value both giving and receiving support, recognizing that everyone contributes differently and all contributions strengthen our community.
We foster connections among caregivers and neighbors, creating belonging through shared experience and purpose.
Our shared agreements for building a safe, supportive community.
Members of the CARE Collective agree to uphold these values in all interactions.
By joining CARE Collective, you agree to follow these community standards. Membership may be paused or removed if behavior compromises the safety or trust of others.
All members sign our Community Safety Guidelines & Liability Waiver acknowledging personal responsibility for safety during exchanges. This ensures everyone understands the voluntary nature of our mutual aid community.
View full waiver documentResearch-backed community development.
CARE Collective was developed by Dr. Maureen Templeman, Assistant Professor of Gerontology at Missouri State University, with support from MSU students and community partners. The project is supported by the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Gerontology at Missouri State University and funded by the Southern Gerontological Society Innovative Projects Grant.