At-Risk Population: Caregiving Youth

with Connie Siskowski of The American Association of Caregiving Youth

5.4 million young people are providing care for a loved one in the United States, with 290,000 of them coming from Florida. The American Association of Caregiving Youth provides a vital outlet for this hidden at-risk population. Connie Siskowski is the Founder and President and talks about their efforts.

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Mar 23, 2022

Hosted by: Nathalia Ortiz
Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
#Florida #Community #General Interest #Health #Local
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