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ORGANIZATION: American Association of Caregiving Youth
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Join the AACY Mentor Program: Make a Difference, One Life at a Time!
Are you ready to make a lasting impact? We’re looking for caring, enthusiastic mentors to support amazing youth in Palm Beach County who are balancing school life with the responsibilities of caregiving. Our students, in grades 6 through 12, are heroes at home, caring for a sick or disabled family member. They need someone like YOU to be their guide, their listener, and their source of encouragement.
What We’re Asking :
- Time Commitment: Just four hours a month (plus some texting and check-ins) can create a lasting impact!
- Long-Term Relationship: We ask for a one-year commitment to provide the stability and continuity these students need.
- Background Check: To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, all mentors must pass a Level 2 background check.
Join us in creating joyful, uplifting experiences that change lives-for both the mentee and the mentor! Ready to get started? Apply now and become a part of something truly special.
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About American Association of Caregiving Youth
Location:
6401 Congress Avenue., Suite 200, BOCA RATON, FL 33487, US
Mission Statement
Established in 2005, the AACY is the first and only organization in the United States that supports the young caregivers of ill, elderly or disabled family members. AACY assists and supports caregiving youth. Through our many platforms we help our young restore their role as children and help them succeed academically, psychologically, developmentally and socially. We build bridges between the systems of healthcare, education, and community. Because of AACY’s recognition of their needs we can help them in school, out of school and at home so they can develop the skills they need to juggle school, homework, caregiving and social time. Proudly, our youth graduates go on to be successful and many return to mentor other caregiving youth. Mission of AACY - we champion youth who provide care for chronically ill, injured, elderly, and/or disabled family members. We support their role as caregiver and guide their success in school and life.
Description
Since 2005 we have gone from servicing the needs of one school to currently servicing 38 schools across Palm Beach County. Our goal is to raise awareness and encourage other cities and states to help support caregiving youth. We want to give caregiving youth the same opportunities as their peers. We supply tutoring, mentoring, amazing activities like Camp Treasure, an overnight camp, a holiday party and numerous social activities. Our Family Specialists are trained to discover youth who have been caregiving silently alone and offer the support needed to achieve their goals and help them find the smiles needed to enjoy their middle and high school years.
Vision of AACY - we envision a nation in which there is understanding, appreciation, and celebration of the lives of Caregiving Youth on their individual path to life’s dreams and opportunities.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Multiple locations West Palm Beach, FL 33412
(26.80083 ,-80.24329 )
DATE POSTED
February 20, 2025
SKILLS
- Problem Solving
- Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 22
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours per month plus conversation time by text and call.
- We seek compassionate mentors to support caregiving youth grades 6-12. Commit 4 hours a month, maintain regular contact, and pass a Level 2 background check. We also check your driving record.