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Dealing with the challenges of today requires compassionate problem-solvers — individuals who bring diverse perspectives, take risks, and make meaningful sacrifices for the well-being of others.

We Support Caregivers, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, born out of one daughter’s unwavering faith and commitment to caring for her mother.

Our CEO and Founder, LaSheena Renée McBride, began her caregiving journey at just 19 years old. At the time, she had never heard the term “caregiver” — she only knew her mother needed care, and she stepped into that role without hesitation or a clear roadmap.

For over a decade, LaSheena lovingly cared for her mother, Gladys Elizabeth Jones McBride, navigating the many phases of her health journey. These phases shifted as her mother’s condition progressed, each bringing its own set of emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges.

Through the good, the difficult, the unknown, and the overwhelming, LaSheena remained devoted. Her mother’s decline deepened her responsibilities and exposed her to the complexities of the healthcare system. That lived experience not only shaped her perspective but led her to pursue a career in healthcare — a calling born from compassion and purpose.

Today, We Support Caregivers, Inc. stands as a testament to LaSheena’s journey — a faith-based organization dedicated to uplifting, equipping, and encouraging caregivers everywhere through education, advocacy, and the power of self-care.

Honoring our Founder's Mother:

Mrs Gladys Elizabeth Jones McBride

(April 11th, 1946 - June 29th, 2018)

Our Founder and Executive Director's journey of caring for her mother, Mrs Gladys Elizabeth Jones McBride, is the core reason why We Support Caregivers now exist. LaSheena never knew her caregiving journey and experience would paved the way to help encourage and empower other caregivers on their journey.

In mid 2017, LaSheena was sitting on the couch with her mother one evening and all of a sudden the thought, the idea, the instructions came of having an organization that offered support to caregivers. In that moment, she knew she had to go write down everything that God was telling her to do. Fastforward to January 2018, We Support Caregivers, (formerly known as Caregivers Supporting Caregivers Network) was born. LaSheena never knew the years of being faithful to her mother and doing what God wanted her to, would lead to her having an organization that provides support to caregivers. God's plan.

The organization was also established from her pursuit to inspire others individuals in Hampton roads, surrounding areas, and communities who take care of their elderly loved ones, to cultivate and focus on self-care. In efforts to support the community, we have the desire for our actions to speak louder than our words. Established January 2018, we are an organization driven by progressive ideas and bold actions. We believe with your continued support, we can have an impact on lives of caregivers locally and abroad.

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Honoring our Founder's Mother:

Mrs Gladys Elizabeth Jones McBride

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