THE CGC JOURNAL

CareGiving, Capacity, Grief, and the Systems Around Them.

Perspectives from Suzanne Horton and the CareGivers Grief Commission for CareGivers, the people who support them, and the organizations they move through.

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CareGiving Is Not A Trend

Caregiving is not a trend, a talking point, or a temporary headline. Families are collapsing under the responsibilities while ssystems still refuse to fully prepare for or support.

CareGiving Stole My 40's

CareGiving Stole My 40's

Published on: 03/05/2026

Caregiving does not just consume time. Over years, it reshapes careers, relationships, identity, health, finances, and the way people experience adulthood itself.

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The Conversation We Keep Avoiding. Until It’s Too Late

The Conversation We Keep Avoiding. Until It’s Too Late

Published on: 07/04/2026

When should families talk about caregiving? This article explains why the best time is before a crisis and how early conversations can prevent caregiver burnout.

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