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    Improving Practice: New Training to Support Diverse Family Caregivers

    September 12, 2025


    Family caregivers are essential partners in care, yet their needs often go unrecognized — especially when cultural, linguistic, and social differences shape their caregiving experience. Health care workers and social workers are on the front lines of supporting these caregivers, and having the right skills and awareness can make all the difference.

    To meet this need, Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) is proud to present the course “Improving Practice: Working with Diverse Family Caregivers.” This online training helps professionals deepen their understanding of diverse caregiving realities and adopt practical strategies to better support all families.

    About the Course
    This four-hour, self-paced course is designed for all professionals who work with family caregivers, with special relevance for social workers. It is available in two versions:

    • Free Version: Open to all professionals at no cost.
    • NASW-Approved CEU Version: Modified and approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886949360-1235) for 4 continuing education contact hours. Social workers taking the CEU version pay a nominal administrative fee.

    Course Content
    The training includes 3 modules, 17 lessons, 21 videos, 4 case studies, downloadable resources, and reference materials. The modules are:

    1. Introduction to Diverse Family Caregivers & Applying Cultural Humility to Practice
    2. The Lived Experiences of Diverse Family Caregivers
    3. Practice Considerations

    Why This Training Matters
    Every caregiving journey is influenced by culture, language, identity, and access to resources. By applying cultural humility and listening to caregivers’ lived experiences, health and social care professionals can:

    • Build stronger, more trusting relationships
    • Create care plans that align with family values and realities
    • Reduce barriers to support and services
    • Improve health outcomes for both caregivers and care recipients

    Who Should Enroll
    This course is ideal for:

    • Nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals
    • Social workers and case managers
    • Community health workers
    • Anyone who supports family caregivers in clinical or community settings

    Made Possible Through Partnership
    This training is funded by CalGrows, an initiative of the California Department of Aging, dedicated to strengthening the caregiving workforce and improving services for all families.

    Start Learning Today
    Don’t miss the chance to enhance your skills, earn continuing education credit, and make a lasting difference in the lives of diverse family caregivers.

    👉 [Register Here]