Anchor Group

09/27/2026

Building a referral network sounds simple until you're the one navigating institutional resistance to get a family the help they actually need.

The founders of Children's Health Fund share candid, field-tested lessons on closing the gap between the resources that exist and the families who need them.

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=qDBfw8i0PmxJRUx9

Designing & Scaling Programs for Children | Karen & Irwin Redlener ...

09/26/2026

Even a 50-year-old organization is rethinking its tools.

Dr. Irwin Redlener shares how AI is already accelerating grant research and community impact reporting, helping mission-driven leaders stay competitive without losing time they don't have.

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=qDBfw8i0PmxJRUx9

Designing & Scaling Programs for Children | Karen & Irwin Redlener ...

09/26/2026

Most children's programs don't fail because the mission was wrong. They fail because leaders only solved one constraint out of five.

Karen and Irwin Redlener break down the five strategic constraints every mission-driven organization has to overcome to actually scale, from sustainable funding to human capital to policy.

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=qDBfw8i0PmxJRUx9

Designing & Scaling Programs for Children | Karen & Irwin Redlener ...

09/25/2026

Children don't just need healthcare. They need stability, food, shelter, education, and healthcare, together.

In this episode of the CareStar Leaders Table™, Karen and Irwin Redlener lay out the five pillars every child needs to thrive, and why treating them as separate services misses the point entirely.

Watch the full breakdown in the episode, click the link below

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=qDBfw8i0PmxJRUx9

Designing & Scaling Programs for Children | Karen & Irwin Redlener ...

09/22/2026

The evening began with arrivals, conversations, handshakes and the excitement of bringing some of the leading voices in healthcare and human services together.

Here are a few moments from the arrival of our guests at the 4th Annual CareStar Leaders Awards & Boat Soirée. 🚢✨

From honourees and industry leaders to partners, sponsors and guests, every arrival set the tone for an evening dedicated to recognising leadership and building the future of care.

And the conversation continues beyond the celebration.

🎙️ CareStar Leaders Table™ is LIVE!

Our very first episode, Designing & Scaling Programs for Children, features Karen Redlener and Dr. Irwin Redlener, Co Founders of Children’s Health Fund and the Ukraine Children’s Action Project, in conversation with Kevin Howell.

Watch the first episode now and join the conversation.

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=NmERj847vAo9WDVN

09/18/2026

We’re LIVE! 🎥

The latest CareStar Leaders Table™ episode is now available.

What does it really take to design and scale programs that improve the lives of children?

Karen Redlener and Dr. Irwin Redlener, Co Founders of Children’s Health Fund and the Ukraine Children’s Action Project, join host Kevin Howell for a powerful conversation on Designing & Scaling Programs for Children.

Drawing on more than five decades of leadership, they share practical insights on building programs that respond to real needs, creating strong partnerships, developing sustainable systems and scaling impact without losing sight of the children and families at the centre of the work.

If you work in healthcare, human services, education, philanthropy or community development, this is a conversation worth watching.

▶️ Watch the full episode now on the Anchor Group YouTube channel.

https://youtu.be/ta7q_i1yVZQ?si=hsT1sGPqMG1q1s7e

Designing & Scaling Programs for Children | Karen & Irwin Redlener ...

08/25/2026

Some moments deserve to be remembered. Some people deserve to be celebrated.

Over the years, the CareStar Awards has brought together remarkable people who continue to shape the future of care through leadership, service, innovation and impact.

These moments from previous editions remind us why recognition matters.

And this year, we’re doing it again.

The 4th Annual CareStar Awards & End of Summer Boat Soirée is coming up on September 16, 2026, in New York City.

If you plan to join us, now is the time.

Early Bird ticket sales close August 31.
bit.ly/carestaraward2026

Secure your ticket before the deadline and be part of an evening dedicated to celebrating the people building the future of care.

02/04/2026

Every Caregiver Needs This in Their Hands—Whether They're Brand New or 20 Years In 📕

The Red Book of Care isn't just a training manual. It's the handbook your caregivers can turn to anytime, anywhere—no classroom required.

🏠 Training without walls: Whether your caregiver is at a client's home at 2 AM or needs a quick refresher before a shift, everything they need is right there.

📖 A guide that grows with them: From their first day to handling the most complex cases, it's organized exactly how real caregiving experience unfolds.

👥 For everyone on your team:
✅ New hires learning the basics
✅ Experienced caregivers handling specialized cases
✅ Part-time staff who can't attend in-person training
✅ Stay-at-home caregivers building their skills

Here's the truth: Agencies positioned for growth don't just train once—they equip their caregivers with resources they can use every single day.

The Red Book of Care is that resource

One book. Every scenario. Always accessible

If you're serious about growth, every caregiver on your team needs their own copy.

Get yours here 👉 amazon.com/Red-Book-Care-Comprehensive-Caregiving/dp/B0F3CWRRTM

02/03/2026

Every Caregiver Needs This in Their Hands—Whether They're Brand New or 20 Years In 📕

The Red Book of Care isn't just a training manual. It's the handbook your caregivers can turn to anytime, anywhere—no classroom required.

🏠 Training without walls: Whether your caregiver is at a client's home at 2 AM or needs a quick refresher before a shift, everything they need is right there.

📖 A guide that grows with them: From their first day to handling the most complex cases, it's organized exactly how real caregiving experience unfolds.

👥 For everyone on your team:

New hires learning the basics

Experienced caregivers handling specialized cases

Part-time staff who can't attend in-person training

Stay-at-home caregivers building their skills

Here's the truth: Agencies positioned for growth don't just train once, they equip their caregivers with resources they can use every single day.

The Red Book of Care is that resource. One book.

Every scenario. Always accessible.

If you're serious about growth, every caregiver on your team needs their own copy.

Get yours here 👉 amazon.com/Red-Book-Care-Comprehensive-Caregiving/dp/B0F3CWRRTM

Red Book of Care: A Comprehensive Training Guide for Caregiving