November 10, 2026
CompanyHelping caregivers use AI in everyday life
In collaboration with Caregiver Action Network, Alzheimerโs Association, and American Diabetes Associationยฎ, bringing free, hands-on ChatGPT workshops to five U.S. cities during National Family Caregivers Month.
Caregiving often means juggling schedules, keeping track of information, and finding support while balancing work and family life. During National Family Caregivers Month, weโre helping caregivers gain AI skills that can make some of those everyday tasks easier, giving them more time to focus on the people they care for.
On November 10, OpenAI Academy, in collaboration with Caregiver Action Network, Alzheimerโs Association, and American Diabetes Associationยฎ, is hosting the AI Skills Jam for Caregivers & Community Health: a free, in-person learning experience designed to help caregivers use ChatGPT confidently, safely, and practically. These nationwide events will bring together participants across five U.S. cities, including individual and family caregivers, caregiver support organizations, and people living with chronic or serious health conditions:
Oakland, California
Tampa, Florida
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Atlanta, Georgia
Detroit, Michigan
An OpenAI analysis estimates that more than 40 million weekly ChatGPT messages about healthcare in the U.S. ask about healthcare for someone else1. At the workshops, participants will explore how ChatGPT can help with resource navigation, peer support, and caregiver support, including how to:
organize caregiver schedules and checklists
turn trusted educational resources into plain-language materials
find community resources
prepare support group discussion guides
Participants will also learn how to use AI responsibly, including protecting personal information and understanding the limits of these tools. Participants will also learn when to consult healthcare professionals and how AI tools should complement, not replace, medical, legal, or financial advice. OpenAI facilitators and mentors will offer hands-on support throughout the workshops. No coding or technical background is required.
โAI is a tool for people to have more control over their lives and their families' lives. For caregivers, that can mean less time organizing schedules and searching for information, and more time focused on the people they care for. By working with trusted community organizations, weโre helping caregivers build the skills and confidence to use these tools safely and practically.โ
โThe future of caregiving isnโt about replacing human connection with technology. Itโs about using innovation to make care more manageable, accessible and connected. AI has real potential to help caregivers navigate information, coordinate responsibilities and reclaim valuable time, but only if we build their confidence and keep their needs at the center. This National Family Caregivers Month, weโre proud to join OpenAI Academy, the Alzheimerโs Association and the American Diabetes Association in helping caregivers explore whatโs possible and have a voice in shaping what comes next.โ
โCaregivers are constantly balancing information, schedules, and difficult decisions while supporting someone they love. Responsible AI tools have the potential to make everyday caregiving tasks more manageable and help people find trusted information more efficiently. Weโre pleased to partner on this effort to help caregivers build confidence using these tools safely and effectively.โ
โCaregivers play a critical role in caring for people with diabetes. They have a lot on their plate, so using AI can help ease some of the work they do. The American Diabetes Association is working with AI platforms to ensure they are receiving information based on our latest guidelines. We are proud to be a part of the AI Skills Jam to help caregivers confidently navigate AI.โ
- Chris Lehane
- Marvell Adams Jr.
- Katie Evans
- Charles โChuckโ Henderson
The Jam brings this learning into local communities, where caregivers can practice alongside peers and share the everyday challenges they hope these tools can help address. Our partners bring deep expertise and experience supporting people living with serious illness and their families. Their perspectives, together with those of caregivers themselves, will help connect the dayโs learning to the needs of each community.
The AI Skills Jam is part of OpenAI Academyโs broader work to make AI practical and accessible to everyone. It builds on previous events weโve hosted with nonprofits, small businesses, Kโ12 educators, and older adults.
We are grateful to Caregiver Action Network, Alzheimerโs Association, American Diabetes Associationยฎ, and the caregivers and community health organizations joining us across the country. Their questions, ideas, and experiences will help shape future learning resources and ensure these tools are useful in the daily work of supporting others.
