Celebrate National Call a Friend Day Caregiver Support
For National Call a Friend Day, Caregiver appreciation is a perfect reminder to reach out and show support. This special day highlights the importance of checking in on caregivers who dedicate their time and energy to helping others. Whether it’s a call, a message, or a thoughtful gesture, your kindness can make a meaningful impact. Celebrated December 28, this day is right in the middle of the 2021 holiday season, a time when many are far from family and friends.
Did You Know? For the last 20 years, the rate of caregivers aged 75 years or older has risen. In 2015, this age group made up 7% of all caregivers. Researchers found that most older caregivers assist spouses with heart disease or dementia. More often than not, their spouse’s condition requires more than 34 hours of high-level care every week. Furthermore, most respondents said they had been offering this assistance for over five years. (source)
Send Love this National Call a Friend Day to your Caregiver
While a call is a great way to show support, there are other ways to show support to caregivers:
- Send a text message with words of encouragement
- Send a virtual coffee (digital gift card)
- Send a handwritten card
- Schedule a virtual coffee
On National Call a Friend Day Caregiver recognition matters more than ever.Take a moment to send love, encouragement, or a small gift to show you care. A simple call can brighten their day—reach out today!
At CarePatrol, we are grateful for the millions of family caregivers who provide supportive care every day. Thank you!