Alberta Caregivers Association

This organization is a life-​save for people in the community who find themselves caring for a loved one who has a long-​term disability or illness. Those who take up the roll of caregiver are often selfless and sacrifice there own well-​being in the process.
This can lead to depression and isolation, and the Alberta Caregivers’ Association helps by providing information and a supportive community for such giving individuals who have given away their own right to life in the process. The owner of the ACA knows what she’s talking about because she cares for her husband who has Parkinson’s. I had the pleasure of interviewing her for a story I wrote for a local publication and learned a lot about the ACA, and its work. After over 45 years of marriage, Eleanor found herself not just a wife but her husband’s full-​time caregiver. After years, stress, depression and isolation, she realized she couldn’t do it on her own. Her breaking point saved her, and made her a better wife and caregiver. She got involved with the ACA because she realized education is key to helping caregivers find balance in their lives and avoid the downward spiral she went through. If you think you’re there, visit
and get the support you need.