In 2026, Mellie officially launched in Canada, marking an important milestone in our mission to support caregivers across North America. Our team traveled to Ottawa to kick off this expansion, and while the weather reminded us we were truly north of the border, the conversations we had reinforced why this moment matters. Caregiving needs are evolving rapidly. Across eldercare, children with special needs, and serious or chronic health conditions, families are navigating incre

This month Mellie celebrates National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), themed #ICare this year. 

We're thrilled to announce our newest partnership with Teva Pharmaceuticals — a company that shares our commitment to supporting caregivers.

September is Healthy Aging Month—a perfect opportunity to focus on well-being, both physically and mentally, and a time to encourage everyone to enhance their overall health.  As we grow older, our bodies and minds naturally go through changes. Embracing a healthy lifestyle can help us manage these changes and make the most of a long, fulfilling life. Below are some simple commitments you can make to support your well-being. And remember, it’s never too late to start someth

At Mellie, we've always believed that supporting family caregivers is not just a job—it's a calling. That's why we're thrilled to share some exciting news with our community today. We're welcoming two incredible individuals to our Advisory Board, and we couldn't be more excited about what this means for the families we serve. We'd like to introduce you to Steve Logan and Julie Stone. These aren't just industry leaders (though they certainly are that); they're also people who

Understanding the Caregiving Crisis The caregiving crisis in America is more than a challenge; it's a critical issue affecting over 30% of US workforce employees—50 million humans—who are also family caregivers.  Caregiver benefits are a necessity in today's US workforce for several key reasons: The number of working caregivers is enormous and growing rapidly. Over 60% of the estimated 53 million unpaid caregivers in the US are employed, juggling work and caregiving responsib

When Older Americans Month was established in 1963,  only 17 million Americans had reached their 65th birthday.  Now, there are approximately 62 million people aged 65 or older.   If you are not one of those 62 million, it’s likely that you are caring for one.  As we commemorate Older Americans Month, let's take time to recognize the significant contributions of older adults and the caregivers who support them. Since 1963, Older Americans Month has been celebrated every May

The image often conjured of a caregiver is that of a nurturing daughter or wife; however an increasing number of men are stepping into the role of caregiver. Shifting dynamics within families and the prevalence of smaller family sizes are contributing to more men assuming caregiving roles. Data from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving reveal a trend - over a five year period, there was nearly a 17% increase in the number of men as caregivers . Notably men now consti