Community Care Corps: Strengthening Support for Family Caregivers
Overview
Family caregivers often need practical support that helps loved ones remain independent at home. Through Community Care Corps (C3), a national initiative funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), volunteer programs provide transportation, companionship, respite, and other nonmedical assistance to older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers. Altarum serves as the initiative's lead evaluation partner, helping identify what works and how successful models can be sustained and expanded.
Challenge: Demonstrating Value and Sustainability
Volunteer programs can help fill critical gaps in support, but organizations need evidence to demonstrate impact and secure long-term funding. Program leaders and policymakers also need a better understanding of how volunteer services contribute to broader caregiving and long-term services and supports goals.
Solution: Evaluation That Supports Decision-Making
Altarum evaluates Community Care Corps programs nationwide, helping ACL and local organizations understand program outcomes and identify opportunities for growth. Our work includes program evaluation, economic analysis, reporting, and sustainability support. We also developed resources to help grantees communicate their value to funders and community partners.
Results: Building the Evidence Base for Volunteer Caregiving Models
Evaluation findings have shown that volunteer-supported programs can deliver meaningful benefits for caregivers and care recipients while strengthening community-based support systems. Altarum's analyses have documented caregiver benefits, demonstrated economic value, and provided evidence that informs program sustainability and future expansion. These findings help program leaders, funders, and policymakers make informed decisions about supporting volunteer-based caregiving programs.