MakingCaringCount @CaringCount

Our Mission is to transform care work in Africa makingcaringcount.org Nairobi, Kenya Joined June 2020

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3 weeks ago

📖 The Millennial Caregiver by Rachael Piltch-Loeb offers an insightful guide for millennials balancing #caregiving with careers, relationships & personal goals. A timely resource on the emotional, financial & social realities of young caregivers. bit.ly/4msHA9g

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The UK has launched a £500m Better Futures Fund to support 200,000 vulnerable children over 10 years. Backed by partners like @savechildrenuk & @KingsTrust, it’s a global model for early intervention, education & wellbeing. #BetterFuturesFund bit.ly/4lQLmbv

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Family caregiving in the U.S. has surged to 63M+—nearly 1 in 4 Americans—up 20M in 10 years. Mostly women, many struggle with financial strain, poor health & isolation. Advocates call for paid leave & stronger protections. #Caregiving @NA4Caregiving bit.ly/4m92x8W

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🚴‍♂️ Danish social entrepreneur Ole Kassow’s #CyclingWithoutAge pairs seniors with volunteer cyclists for trishaw rides—spreading joy, dignity & connection. Now in 300+ cities with 8k+ volunteers. #ActiveAging #SocialImpact #CommunityBuilding bit.ly/46Wt2tG [l

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Fortaleza, Brazil is cooling overheated areas with natural micro parks made from reused materials—safe, green spaces for kids & caregivers that fight climate heat. Child-focused design for healthier cities.#Urban95 @vanleerfdn #Brazil #ClimateAction bit.ly/4osV0DH

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2 months ago

Dementia in Kenya is misunderstood, stigmatized, and often seen as normal ageing. A new study by @AKUGlobal urges policy change, caregiver support & public awareness to tackle this growing crisis. #DementiaAwareness #Kenya bit.ly/4f8GkW3

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A landmark report urges India to rethink ageing—not as decline or dependency, but as a stage of purpose, potential, and contribution. @RNP_Foundation @DalbergTweet @Ashoka Read more:bit.ly/410UORM

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23M+ U.S. workers now care for aging loved ones—more than those caring for kids. Smart employers are responding with flexible schedules, paid leave & support. Prioritizing eldercare = stronger teams. #CareEconomy #Eldercare @HarvardBiz bit.ly/4lVekap

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NYC developers are transforming vacant spaces into preschools, easing the city’s child care shortage while strengthening community ties. A smart blend of real estate and social impact. #ChildCare #NYC #UrbanSolutions bit.ly/40F3soM

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In #Germany, multigenerational houses are turning isolation into connection. Hildegard Schooss’s model empowers communities to share care, build skills & shape policy—redefining how social support works from the ground up. #CommunityCare #SocialInnovation bit.ly/402pPEy

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Grannies scoring goals—on & off the field! ⚽ In rural South Africa, soccer and savings clubs are helping older women stay fit, start businesses & challenge ageist stereotypes. A powerful model by @Ashoka changemaker Beka Ntsanwisi. #SouthAfrica Read more:bit.ly/3TPlRLU

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A Dutch nursing home offers free rent to students in exchange for 30 hrs/month of companionship with seniors—tackling loneliness & housing shortages. The heartwarming idea proves big change starts with simple human connection. #IntergenerationalLiving bit.ly/4lroorm

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Manitoba recently announced a historic wage hike of up to $5/hr for early childhood educators, supported by $60.4M in funding. The move aims to boost recruitment, retention, and access as part of Canada’s $10-a-day childcare vision. #ChildCareCanada #ECE bit.ly/3G8ataU

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📣 Big win in Spain! A court has ruled that single parents deserve 32 weeks paid parental leave—the same as two-parent families. A major step for equality, care, and solo moms. 🇪🇸👶🏾 #ParentalLeave #SingleParents #Spain bit.ly/44hBZdM

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3 months ago

🌍 Major boost for maternal & newborn health in Africa: the $600M #BeginningsFund aims to save 300K lives & reach 34M moms and babies by 2030. Backed by global donors incl. @gatesfoundation, @ELMAPhilanthro & @CIFFchild bit.ly/43XLYEY

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Nigerian fintech @herconomy launches Breastmilk Money—a savings account that rewards moms for breastfeeding by saving formula costs with 14.3% interest. A smart blend of health, empowerment & finance. #MaternalHealth #FinancialInclusion bit.ly/3FYeoXF

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3 months ago

💡Got a solution that will improve the mental, social, and physical wellbeing of parents & caregivers of young children in #SoutheastAsia, #SubSaharanAfrica and #LatinAmerica? The @vanleerfdn #GoodStartChallenge is open – enter by 1pm UTC on 17 Sept! bit.ly/3GEOZSN

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4 months ago

Discover how awe—through music, nature & shared moments—can transform caregiving & strengthen bonds. Noam Osband & Devora Keller share their journey on The Science of Happiness podcast. 🎧 buff.ly/tJo4irE #Parenting #Mindfulness @GreaterGoodSC

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New Mexico became the first U.S. state to offer free childcare for most families—lifting 120K out of poverty. Parents returned to school, workers got raises, and provider poverty dropped 11%. A groundbreaking move for families. #ChildcareForAll buff.ly/mKg3Ywj

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Investing in climate-resilient care systems—like clean energy, water, transport—is key to Africa’s SDGs. Women bear the care burden amid climate shocks. Boosting care infrastructure creates jobs, drives equality, and builds resilience. #Africa #SDGs buff.ly/r18eEUD