A peer support program developed with and for caregivers of individuals living with dementia.
Support. Share. Succeed
Our Foundation
- Pair 2 Care© was built through deep listening, community engagement, and collaboration with current and former caregivers, researchers, and advocates. Every element of the program reflects real-world insight and honors the knowledge and experiences of those who care for loved ones living with dementia.
Examples of Impact
“I just felt heard and I felt like she knew what was going on because she’d been through it, someone that knew what it was like. It wasn’t somebody that had just studied it or seen someone else do it. She actually knew how I felt.”
—Pair 2 Care© Mentee“Connecting with other females who are going through what I’ve already gone through and being able to share my experience, not pushing my experience on them. We were able to connect because we have that experience, the shared experience.”
— Pair 2 Care© Pair 2 Care mentor
Using an evidence-based, systematic process, we connect caregivers with a trusted mentor—someone who understands the realities of caregiving and offers support through shared experience.
Read more about our program here: Why Pair 2 Care Is a Crucial Program for Black Caregivers of People with Dementia – American Society of Aging,
Our Focus
We are committed to growing Pair 2 Care in ways that are intentional and community-centered. Our next steps include:
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Expanding pilot testing to refine and scale the program
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Deepening peer mentor training to enhance caregiver support
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Building partnerships to strengthen reach and long-term program sustainability
Our Future
As we continue to grow, we aim to expand the reach and impact of Pair 2 Care. Future phases of the program will explore broader implementation, enhanced mentor training, and additional supports to strengthen the caregiving experience.
Empowering Caregivers: Sharing Strength, Sharing Stories