OpenAI Offers Free AI Training for Caregivers in Five U.S. Cities

OpenAI Academy is preparing a series of free workshops for caregivers, designed in collaboration with three major health associations. The program, focused on the responsible use of ChatGPT, will take place on November 10 in five U.S. cities and is part of a broader initiative to make AI useful in everyday life.

A Long-Term Program Informed by Feedback

The AI Skills Jam is part of OpenAI Academy's ongoing efforts to make artificial intelligence accessible and useful for everyone. This initiative builds on previous events conducted with NGOs, small businesses, primary and secondary school teachers, as well as seniors. Feedback, questions, and ideas from participants will contribute to the development of future learning resources and the adaptation of tools to meet the daily needs of caregivers. Event partners bring their experience in supporting individuals with serious illnesses and their families. OpenAI expresses its gratitude to the associations, caregivers, and community health organizations involved across the country. The workshops are organized within local communities, allowing caregivers to practice together and share their daily challenges.

Practical, Guided Workshops with No Technical Prerequisites

The workshops aim to support caregivers in using ChatGPT in a concrete, secure, and accessible manner. Participants will learn to organize schedules and task lists, transform reliable educational resources into easy-to-understand documents, search for community resources, and prepare guides for support groups. The training will offer recommendations on the responsible use of AI, the preservation of personal data privacy, and an understanding of the inherent limitations of these tools. Participants will also be reminded of the importance of consulting healthcare professionals when needed, as AI should serve as support without replacing medical, legal, or financial advice. The facilitation will be conducted by OpenAI facilitators and mentors, and no technical experience or programming knowledge is required to join the program.

Schedule, Scope, and Cities Involved

The free AI Skills Jam for Caregivers & Community Health event is scheduled for November 10, 2026, in celebration of National Family Caregivers Month. It will take place in five U.S. cities: Oakland (California), Tampa (Florida), Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania), Atlanta (Georgia), and Detroit (Michigan).

Quantified Motivations and Associative Support

According to an estimate from OpenAI, over 40 million weekly messages sent on ChatGPT in the United States pertain to health questions for others, which motivates the organization of these workshops. The event is designed in partnership with the Caregiver Action Network, the Alzheimer’s Association, and the American Diabetes Association. Chris Lehane, OpenAI's global affairs director, states that artificial intelligence can help families better manage their daily lives and spend more time on caregiving relationships. Marvell Adams Jr., CEO of the Caregiver Action Network, emphasizes that innovation should make care more manageable, accessible, and connected, without replacing human connection. Katie Evans, program director at the Alzheimer’s Association, believes that responsible AI tools can facilitate caregivers' daily tasks. Charles “Chuck” Henderson, CEO of the American Diabetes Association, considers that AI can lighten the workload of caregivers for individuals with diabetes.