EDF Connect

EDF Connect is your private community for military and veteran caregivers navigating the challenges of caring for a wounded, ill, or injured service member or veteran. Whether you're just stepping into this role or have been supporting your loved one for years, you're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone.
Designed to ensure caregivers feel connected, supported, and seen, EDF Connect offers a trusted space to share experiences, find resources, and strengthen your path forward.
As part of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Hidden Heroes initiative, EDF Connect brings together everyday caregivers and members of the Dole Fellows program—a multi-year leadership experience for military caregivers—to support one another and lead the way forward.
In the EDF Connect Network, you can:
+ Connect with other caregivers nationwide for encouragement, advice, and shared experiences
+ Access caregiver resources, programs, and services curated just for you
+ Join live events, workshops, and support sessions designed to strengthen your journey
+ Participate in private groups created for both new caregivers and long-term supporters


+ Engage with Dole Fellows and alumni who are leading and mentoring within the caregiver space
You’ve given so much. EDF Connect is here to make sure you receive the support, understanding, and community you deserve.