Support for Spousal Caregivers

The Well Spouse® Association, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization, advocates for and addresses the needs of individuals caring for a chronically ill and/or disabled spouse or partner.  We offer peer-to-peer support and educate health care professionals and the general public about the special challenges and unique issues "well" spouses face every day. 

To achieve this mission the Well Spouse® Association:

• coordinates a national network of WSA Support Groups
• facilitates a Mentor program
• publishes the Mainstay newsletter 6 times per year.
• hosts a website (www.wellspouse.org) with resources for coping and survival skills, which includes an online chat forum for spousal caregivers
• organizes regional respite weekends
• organizes a national conference for caregivers
• produces symposia and webinars for caregivers
• maintains a social media presence for members and for outreach to the public
• provides continuing support for members whose spouses have died
• advocates on behalf of spousal caregivers
• seeks out new initiatives to help caregiver spouses and their families cope with the emotional and financial stresses associated with chronic illness and/or disability