ENGAGING YOUTH AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS: DEVELOPING THE YCARE PROGRAM FOR YOUNG CARERS
2024
Developing the YCare Program for Young Carers
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Author Information
Author(s): Kavanaugh Melinda
Primary Institution: University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Hypothesis
Young carers lack guidance and training in caregiving, which affects their ability to provide care effectively.
Conclusion
The YCare program aims to connect young carers with health care professionals to provide necessary training and support.
Supporting Evidence
- Over 70% of young caregivers reported no education or training in care provision.
- Young carers often feel isolated from peers and health care professionals.
- Health care professionals have little understanding of young carers' needs.
Takeaway
Young people who take care of others often don't get the help they need, so a new program is being created to teach them important skills.
Methodology
The YCare program was developed through an iterative, multidisciplinary approach involving various health care professionals.
Participant Demographics
Children and youth ages 8-19 who provide care.
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