OpenAI is helping caregivers gain AI skills to ease daily tasks during National Family Caregivers Month. On November 10, the OpenAI Academy, in collaboration with Caregiver Action Network, Alzheimer's Association, and American Diabetes Association, hosts the AI Skills Jam for Caregivers & Community Health. This free, in-person learning experience will be held across five U.S. cities: Oakland, California; Tampa, Florida; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Atlanta, Georgia; and Detroit, Michigan.
An OpenAI analysis estimates over 40 million weekly ChatGPT messages in the U.S. relate to healthcare for someone else. At the workshops, participants will explore how ChatGPT can assist with resource navigation, peer support, and scheduling. Attendees will learn to organize schedules, turn educational resources into plain-language materials, find community resources, and prepare support group discussion guides.
The sessions will also cover responsible AI use, protecting personal information, and understanding tool limitations. Participants will learn when to consult healthcare professionals and that AI should complement, not replace, medical advice. No technical background is required.
The Jam brings learning into local communities, allowing caregivers to practice alongside peers. Partners will help connect the day's learning to specific community needs. This initiative builds on OpenAI Academy's broader work making AI practical and accessible to everyone.
Source: OpenAI Blog · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing