Support Groups & Resources for Caregivers

You Care for Everyone. Who's Caring for You?

Caregivers are the quiet backbone of our families and communities. Whether you're supporting a veteran with PTSD, a first responder recovering from a line-of-duty injury, an aging parent, or a loved one with a chronic illness — you give tirelessly, often at great personal cost. The emotional, physical, and mental demands of caregiving are immense, and yet caregivers are among the least likely to seek help for themselves.

That ends here. There is a robust network of support groups and resources built specifically for people like you — and Zen Ops HQ™ is proud to stand in your corner.

National Caregiver Support Organizations

• ARCH National Respite Network – Provides caregivers with temporary relief through respite care services. Find local programs at archrespite.org
• Caregiver Action Network (CAN) – The nation's leading family caregiver organization, offering education, peer support, and advocacy. caregiveraction.org
• National Alliance for Caregiving – Research, advocacy, and resources for family caregivers across the country. caregiving.org
• AARP Caregiver Resource Center – Tools, guides, and a helpline (1-877-333-5885) for caregivers of all ages. aarp.org/caregiving
• Eldercare Locator – A public service connecting caregivers to local support services. Call 1-800-677-1116 or visit eldercare.acl.gov

For Caregivers of Veterans & Military Families

• VA Caregiver Support Program – Offers a comprehensive range of services including the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and the Program of General Caregiver Support Services (PGCSS). Call the Caregiver Support Line: 1-855-260-3274. caregiver.va.gov
• Elizabeth Dole Foundation – Champions military caregivers through research, programs, and a powerful peer network called the Hidden Heroes Community. elizabethdolefoundation.org
• RAND Military Caregivers – Research and resources specifically focused on the unique challenges of military caregiving.
• Wounded Warrior Project – Caregiver Support – Programs and resources for caregivers of wounded veterans. woundedwarriorproject.org

For Caregivers of First Responders

• First Responder Support Network – Family Programs – Offers support for the families and caregivers of first responders dealing with trauma and PTSD. frsn.org
• Safe Call Now – Family Line – Confidential support for families of public safety employees. Call 1-206-459-3020.
• Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) – Support for families and caregivers of officers affected by line-of-duty trauma. concernsofpolicesurvivors.org

Mental Health & Peer Support

• Well Spouse Association – Peer support for spousal caregivers through local groups, online forums, and respite weekends. wellspouse.org
• Family Caregiver Alliance – Offers fact sheets, online support groups, and a wealth of educational resources. caregiver.org
• NAMI Family Support Group – Free peer-led support groups for families and caregivers of individuals living with mental illness. nami.org
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988. Available 24/7 — caregiver burnout is a real crisis, and you deserve support too.

Financial & Legal Resources

• Benefits.gov Caregiver Resources – Search for federal and state benefits available to caregivers. benefits.gov
• National Council on Aging – BenefitsCheckUp – Helps caregivers find benefits programs for older adults. benefitscheckup.org

How Zen Ops HQ™ Supports Caregivers

At Zen Ops HQ™, we see you. We know that caregiving is one of the most selfless acts a person can perform — and one of the most exhausting. You pour yourself into others, often leaving little left for yourself. But here's the truth: you cannot pour from an empty cup.

Your wellness is not a luxury — it is a necessity. When you take care of yourself, you become a better, more sustainable caregiver for the people who depend on you.

Our wellness products are designed to help caregivers decompress, restore their energy, manage stress, and reclaim moments of peace in the midst of demanding days. Whether you're navigating the long haul of chronic caregiving or supporting a loved one through a transition, Zen Ops HQ™ is here to support your journey too.

You take care of everyone else. It's time to take care of you. Zen Ops HQ™ is here for that mission.