Caregivers

Family Caregivers of British Columbia (FCBC) is a provincial, not-for-profit organization that supports over one million caregivers in the province by providing information, education, emotional support, and access to resources. Caregivers can access one-on-one support, support groups, health system navigation, and free educational materials, and can reach the B.C. Caregiver Support Line at 1-877-520-3267 for assistance.

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Supporting unpaid caregivers with tools, connection and education so you can show up strongly for yourself and those you care for.

Supporting someone with type 2 diabetes can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with unique challenges. Caregivers often help with medication management, meal planning, and emotional support, all while balancing their own well-being.

Finding resources, strategies, and peer support can make caregiving more sustainable. Check out personalized website page for practical resources and guidance.

How do you manage caregiving responsibilities while taking care of yourself? Sharing strategies can create a supportive community and help caregivers feel less isolated.

More middle-aged adults are leaving their jobs early to care for elderly parents. In the EU, 45% of people provide unpaid care, and 10% manage multiple caregiving roles. The UK expects nearly 1 million more adult carers in the next ten years. The "sandwich generation," who care for both children and aging parents, is now joined by the "club-sandwich generation," who also support grandchildren, as more families span four generations. To help retain employees, a UK group is calling on employers to give adult carers the same level of support as working parents.

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Employers who don’t support staff caring for elderly relatives risk losing them, reports warn. Read more.