Hilarity for Charity (HFC)

Hilarity for Charity (HFC) is a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting families through the realities of Alzheimer’s and dementia, with a special focus on the caregivers who carry so much of the load. Co-founded by Seth and Lauren Miller Rogen, HFC blends advocacy, education, and direct support, and it is best known among caregivers for programs that provide tangible relief and community.

HFC’s signature Caregiver Respite Program awards grants that cover professional in-home or adult day care — coordinated through a partnership with Home Instead — so caregivers can rest, work, or simply step away for a while. The organization also runs free online support groups for caregivers at any stage of a dementia diagnosis, a “Caregiver Road Trip” companion program for connection along the journey, and educational workshops on topics like early-stage navigation, communication strategies, music therapy, and wellness activities. Its annual CareCon event and Scotty Caregiver Awards celebrate and uplift the caregiving community.

This resource matters because dementia caregiving is among the most demanding and isolating forms of care, and respite grants in particular address a need that few other organizations meet directly. Programs are offered virtually, making them accessible to Michigan families wherever they live. Caregivers can explore offerings at wearehfc.org/caregivers, register for workshops and support groups, or email info@wearehfc.org. For families navigating Alzheimer’s, HFC offers both practical help and a reminder that joy and connection are still possible.