Built by a caregiver,
for caregivers.
The Family Caregiver Planner was born out of one family's crisis — and a determination to make sure no other family had to start from zero.
Get the PlannerNo family should navigate caregiving without a roadmap.
Every year, millions of Americans become accidental caregivers — thrust into managing a loved one's medical, financial, and personal affairs with little warning and no system. The stress, the confusion, the family conflict that comes from not knowing where things are or what someone wanted — it's all preventable.
Our mission is to give every caregiving family a clear, organized, shareable system — so they can spend less time searching and more time caring.
2,000+
Families Served
9
Organized Sections
50+
Guided Prompts
30-Day
Satisfaction Guarantee
“I made this so no one starts from zero in a crisis.”
— Margaret, Founder
Our Core Values
Compassion First
Every page of this planner was written with the caregiver's heart in mind — not just their to-do list.
Family as a Team
Caregiving works best when the whole village is involved. This planner is built to be shared, not siloed.
Clarity in Chaos
When life gets overwhelming, organization is an act of love. We make it simple to find what you need, fast.
Dignity & Respect
Your loved one is more than a list of needs. This planner honors who they are, not just what they require.
From one family's binder to a movement.
Margaret becomes her mother's caregiver and begins documenting everything in a binder.
The first version of the planner is shared with 12 families in her community.
Partnered with elder care professionals to refine and expand all 9 sections.
Over 2,000 families across the country are using the planner.
Launched the physical binder edition — beautifully printed and tabbed.
Expanding resources, community support, and caregiver education programs.
The people behind the planner.
Every person on our team has a personal connection to caregiving — and a deep commitment to making it easier for families everywhere.
Margaret Collins
Founder & Creator
Margaret became her mother's primary caregiver overnight after a stroke. Frustrated by the lack of organized tools, she created the Family Caregiver Planner to give other families the roadmap she wished she'd had.
Dr. Patricia Osei
Elder Care Advisor
A geriatric care specialist with 20 years of experience, Dr. Osei reviewed every section of the planner to ensure it meets the real-world needs of families navigating complex care situations.
James Whitfield
Legal & Estate Reviewer
An elder law attorney with a passion for family advocacy, James ensured the estate planning and legal sections reflect what families actually need — in plain, accessible language.
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