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Before we realize it, this school year will end. Have you accomplished your goals? Have you thought about plans for the summer and next year? 

No worries...it's not too late! And, it's not just about school! It's also about you as a person! Together, let's name one thing you'd like to do this summer. Is there a place you'd like to visit? Is there a sport you'd like to try? 

Please let us know so we at AACY can join with you to explore your goals and see what is available for you!

You are not alone in this journey!

Greetings, CYP Friends!

March was an unforgettable month! We kicked things off at the Everglades Youth Conservation Center for Camp Treasure, where you enjoyed archery, fishing, canoeing, a picnic, and a special mobility presentation on properly caring for individuals using wheelchairs or canes. What an experience!

Later in the month, we hosted our annual Caregiving Youth Action Day, bringing together Caregiving Youth from across the country to connect and share experiences.

Juniors and Seniors, in partnership with Florida Atlantic University, your Pathway to Success Workshop at their campus was truly inspiring! You received funds for professional attire, a complimentary headshot, a sip & paint activity, a dorm tour, a complimentary laptop to support your journey ahead, and more!

We ended the month, in partnership with Manipura Care Network, with the Poetry Art Workshop, where your words met your art!

What a month of growth, learning, and opportunity! 

Don't forget to check out your event photos on our Instagram @caregivingyouthproject! Be sure to keep an eye out for more upcoming activities as well.

Thank you.

Andreana Holliman, BA

Look at These Awesome Camp Treasure Photos!

Camp Treasure was full of fun, laughter, and new friendships! You got to hang out with other kids who are also caregivers, try new activities, and just enjoy being yourself. These pictures show some of the special moments we shared—we hope they bring back great memories!

Caregiving juniors and seniors recently took part in the Path to Success Workshop at Florida Atlantic University—and it was a big success!

Students received helpful tools and experiences to support their future, including:

• Funds for professional clothing
• Free headshots
• A fun Sip & Paint activity
• A tour of the dorms
• A talk on being a first-generation college graduate
• Free laptops—and more!

We’re so proud of these students and their hard work. Thank you to FAU and everyone who helped make this amazing day happen!

Thank you to the incredible Caregiving Youth from Kesem, Lorenzo’s House, AACY, and all the other groups—especially our keynote speaker Madeline Grace Asbell—who helped make Caregiving Youth Action Day 2025 such a big success!

Young people from across the country came together to connect, share their stories, and learn about helpful resources. Your voices help others know they are not alone in their caregiving journeys.

AACY is proud to lead this movement—and honored to stand alongside each of you as we work to bring visibility, recognition, and support to Caregiving Youth across the nation.

We can't wait to celebrate our graduating Seniors on May 22, 2025! This special event is by invitation only for graduating high school seniors in the Caregiving Youth Project and their families!

To attend and celebrate your graduation as a Caregiving Youth, please contact Andreana Holliman, BA, Activities Manager, or reach out to your Family Specialist. Seniors – watch your inbox for more information.

We're here to support you on your caregiving journey. We'll share fun and educational content, inspiring stories from caregivers who are students or people around the world who are trying to help, and reminders that you're not alone. Thank you for all that you do for your family.

Meet Challenge: A Caring and Strong 6th Grader

"Challenge Boswell is a smart, kind, creative, and strong 6th grader at Lake Shore Middle School. He has been through many tough times, including the loss of his mother to cancer. He lives in a rural area of Palm Beach County that doesn’t always get the attention or support it needs.

Challenge helps care for his younger brother, who has a leg injury and needs extra support. Even with all of his responsibilities, Challenge stays positive and full of joy.

He has shared how thankful he is for AACY and was very excited to attend Camp Treasure!" - Evelyn Loud, Family Specialist - North

Keep being awesome, Challenge!

Some of you might be taking care of someone with a disability—even if it’s not something others can see. This is a reminder that not all challenges are visible. Whether you’re helping a family member who uses a wheelchair or one who looks “fine” but still needs care, what you do matters. Be proud of the support you give.

We’re excited to share that Caregiving, a new PBS documentary executive produced by Bradley Cooper, will include Caregiving Youth in its national spotlight on caregiving in America.

The film tells the real stories of caregivers across the country—including Jacob, a 14-year-old member of our Caregiving Youth Project, who shares caregiving responsibilities for his mom alongside his dad. This is a big moment, because it’s one of the first national documentaries to show that millions of kids and teens in the U.S. are also caregivers.

AACY was proud to work with the team behind the film to help ensure that Caregiving Youth were seen and included. It’s a big step forward in helping more people understand that caregiving isn’t just something adults do—young people do it too, every day.

The film airs June 24 on PBS, with early streaming starting May 27. You can watch the trailer on YouTube here!

For those interested in the big picture and more links, the press release is here!

A high school in Atlanta is working to support students who help care for family members—and it was featured in a recent article by Allen Siegler from Capital B News.

AACY wasn’t part of creating this story—and that’s actually a good thing. It shows that more people are starting to notice Caregiving Youth and the challenges they face. When more people understand what it’s like to grow up with caregiving responsibilities, it helps bring more support, awareness, and change.

The article link is here.

Join us and spread the word! To participate in our program, Caregiving Youth Project (CYP) participants must reside in Palm Beach County and can be referred through personal outreach, recommendations from school staff, or other organizations. Our support is provided both at school and in the home.

If you are a Caregiving Youth or know someone who is but they don't live in Palm Beach County, please encourage them to email us at info@aacy.org. We are committed to helping them find resources, no matter where they reside in the United States.

988 Crisis Hotline

We at AACY believe that prioritizing mental health is a year-round endeavor. When you're having a difficult time, it's important to seek help. Thankfully, there is a new phone resource available no matter where you are in the US!: Just dial the 9-8-8 hotline.

This hotline is available 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Don't suffer in silence - get help and keep hope alive.