American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY)
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The American Association of Caregiving Youth® is the only organization in the United States dedicated solely to addressing Caregiving Youth issues/solutions.
Boca Raton, FL
Joined April 2011
Caregiving Youth Shine on NBC’s TODAY Show with Maria Shriver: A National Spotlight Ignites Hope for Change | The American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) & @CampKesem teamed up for this appearance. A big win for Caregiving Youth recognition and advocacy. #CaregivingYouth
An estimated 5.4 million children aged 18 and under care for loved one who is sick or disabled. Students Jacob Gutierrez and Rocco Fernandez sit down with @mariashriver on TODAY to share their experience juggling school while caregiving for their sick parents.
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We want to thank @LincolnCBS12 for his tireless support of Caregiving Youth and for continuing to help get the word out about their stories. His genuine care shines through every time he shares our mission.
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Thank you! It’s an honour to serve the peoples of Greater Manchester.
Congratulations to our Pro-Vice-Chancellor @profsaulbecker on his appointment as a Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester! 👏👏👏 #McrMetProud
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Young carers like Oscar are juggling huge caring responsibilities. This can't go on. We must stand up with young carers against a system that lets them down. Find out more: https://t.co/Fqf053nEkj
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Dr. Lewis @DrFeylynLewis channels her caregiving experience into advocacy, advancing research, and recognition for young caregivers. Her leadership inspires others to drive change for the millions of children and teens supporting family members daily.🎙️🔊@BSSpeak @janelle_gore1
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Weapon of the day: it is worth it, and you can do this. Somedays just feel impossible. Ignore that part. #caregiverwarrior #caregivers #caregiving #yougotthis
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Anak baik, terang jalanmu selalu✨🤍
Neo nominated for the 2025 Leon David Simmons Caregivers Award! Recognized for supporting his father after a stroke through a seven-part video series and for championing young caregivers nationwide. https://t.co/EpjLXeutAH Grateful for you @pinot @pinotski @ditut ❤️
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If you support a young adult carer, share this with them 💌 https://t.co/ZTMG7Dex2e
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Whether you're leaving home or not, starting uni can be daunting - especially when you’re a young carer. Here's some advice I wish I had received.
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Neo nominated for the 2025 Leon David Simmons Caregivers Award! Recognized for supporting his father after a stroke through a seven-part video series and for championing young caregivers nationwide. https://t.co/EpjLXeutAH Grateful for you @pinot @pinotski @ditut ❤️
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AACY thanks Dr. Wendy Stephan from Florida’s Poison Control Centers for spending time with our Caregiving Youth this month. Her session on medication management gave students life-saving knowledge and confidence to respond in emergencies and care safely at home. #CaregivingYouth
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More than 6 million middle and high school students in the U.S. are young caregivers.
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Recently, AACY hosted a respite day for our Caregiving Youth Program at Lake Lytal Aquatic Center, offering a break from their caregiving responsibilities. The activity included swimming and a Medication Management Workshop to support them in their caregiving responsibilities.
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Dr. Connie joined @faunursing’s pinning ceremony, celebrating graduating nursing students transitioning to professional careers. Connected with Dean Cameron G. Duncan, Ph.D., DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CNE, FAANP. A powerful reminder of the dedication of future caregivers #FAU
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The September issue of AACY's Treasure Talk is here. Read the full issue: https://t.co/7T8deNVQ5H
#CaregivingYouth #CaregivingYouthProject
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This past week at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing’s event on Caregiving Youth and Dr. Connie Siskowski, Charlie was invited to share his experience as a Caregiving Youth. His perspective helped bring to life the realities faced by more than 6 million kids in the U.S. caring for
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I felt important to share this page. Speaks volumes, sadly. As much as I suppress & grieve with pain of our Mom’s #Alzheimers progressing + my bio-mother who is non-verbal with it = 💔💔 it’s about trying to find comfort in the beautiful love they had for us. Alone, absolutely.
On World Alzheimer's Day, "you're not alone" is a half-truth. These are the posts I wrote during my mom's final days. I'm sharing them to honor her, our journey, and anyone carrying this weight. Alzheimer's isolates. As much support as our boys gave through it all, I wanted to
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Millions of children in the U.S. care for family members. Omarion’s voice shines a light on their reality and validates what so many live every day. More Than Survival – A Young Caregiver's Journey A roadmap for resilience and self-discovery: https://t.co/FlxunYdIUw
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Every day spent caring leaves a lasting mark on a young person’s future. Young carers are 86% less likely to go to university 💔 This matters now. Help us be there for them. Donate today 👇 https://t.co/Fqf053nEkj
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Support young carers with Carers Trust. Being There Matters to stop burnout, isolation and lost childhoods.
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Celebrating Feylyn Lewis, PhD, @DrFeylynLewis, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, and a member of AACY’s Caregiving Youth Research Council and National Advisory Council, for presenting the first-ever youth caregiver peer support project
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