American Association Of Caregiving Youth Inc

The caregiving youth project in a formal cooperative behavioral health agreement with the school district of palm beach county, florida, first screens caregiving youth in sixth grade and has a rolling enrollment throughout the middle and high school years. Professional staff provide services to participants in and out of school and at home including academic support and respite. It works to strengthen families and reduce stress on the child to enhance learning abilities. It also works to link families with community resources to provide help and support at home. The holistic approach, working in systems of healthcare, education and the community has resulted in a 98.3% ten year average high school graduation rate with about 85% of graduates going on to post-secondary education or the military. As of june 2024, there were 614 students receiving services during the school year, however the program operates throughout the calendar year, as caregiving continues throughout 12 months. There are 39 middle and high schools that host the in school program with about 60 students attending 22 other schools. They receive home visits and are able to participate in fun and educational activities.