CaringBridge
What is CaringBridge?
CaringBridge is a nonprofit, no-cost health platform for family caregivers and the loved ones they care for on a health journey. A dedicated space to share updates with everyone at once, we make it easy to activate a support network to come together and help heal through connection and community. To learn more or start a page visit, join.caringbridge.org.
Who uses CaringBridge?
We’re for anyone facing any health condition: big or small, acute or long term, available for as long as you need. Our services are used worldwide and receive 144M total visits annually. That’s a lot of love.
What kind of privacy can people expect?
We offer multiple privacy levels to fit everyone’s needs. You can make it as private or as public as you’d like. Personal data is protected and not sold. You won’t see intrusive advertising. This is our promise to you.
Is it easy to get started?
It’s simple to set your community of support in motion! Simply follow these three steps:
1. Go to CaringBridge.org
2. Select a way to begin connecting.
3. Share with family and friends.
How is CaringBridge funded?
CaringBridge is a nonprofit made possible thanks to individuals and families who donate. Nearly 90% of our funding comes from families with sites and meaningful stories of their own.
What about HIPAA?
Anyone can recommend CaringBridge to individuals and families because CaringBridge does not share health information. Patients and caregivers control their privacy settings and the information disclosed on their site. To learn more, visit our Terms of Use on CaringBridge.org.
What are the benefits to a healthcare facility?
CaringBridge can enhance the family support system, increasing patient satisfaction. Our services make it simple for families to share their own health updates setting their community of support in motion. This allows staff to spend more time focused on providing quality care.
Interested in more ways to share?
Check out our Amplifier Hub to find more resources and to connect with a community of supporters, like you.
We’re here to help.
Phone support (651) 789-2300 and live chat are available weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, with FAQs available anytime at CaringBridge.org.