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Welcome to the Military & Veteran Caregiver Experience Map

Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Philips, and the Department of Veterans Affairs have partnered to document the journey of military and veteran caregivers. We would also like to give special thanks to Wounded Warrior Project for their ongoing support for the creation and digitization of this project.

Learn Why

Military and veteran caregivers provide invaluable service to this country, but their unique journeys are not always well understood.

Caregivers must often cope with significant physical, psychological, financial, and social challenges without the help they need.

Creating the Caregiver Journey Map

By mapping out key points where the right people, organizations, and service providers can step in and support caregivers as they adapt to their new way of life, we’ll help achieve better outcomes for our veterans and our hidden heroes.

Becoming Aware & Adjusting

During this phase, the caregiver notices changes in the veteran service member’s behavior. These changes may affect the dynamic of their relationship.

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Shifting Priorities and Seeking Help

The caregiver accepts an increased level of responsibility for their loved one’s care, and reaches out for external assistance.
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Finding a Rhythm

The caregiver starts to establish a new rhythm for their day-to-day lives, cultivating the support and skills they need to address new challenges along the journey.

Provide Feedback on The Caregiver Journey

The Caregiver Journey Map is an ongoing work in progress, built by the experiences of Caregivers.

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The Caregiver Experience Map is a collaboration of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and Philips, with support from our partner organizations and caregivers themselves. Special thanks to Wounded Warrior Project for their ongoing support for the creation and digitization of the Map.

Finding support can be difficult, especially when your time is limited. Browse our vetted directory of valuable resources to find organizations that help military caregivers and their families.

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Interested in learning more about or contributing to the Military and Veteran Caregiver Experience Map project?

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