This is a nice little article detailing some of the stresses of being a young adult caregiver:
Here are some interesting studies that begin to address a few of the issues around caregiving between the ages of 18 and 25:
http://www.ajph.org/cgi/reprint/AJPH.2005.067702v1.pdf
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/12/081215074654.htm
And a forum thread related to the topic, perhaps a good site to start seeking/building community support:
https://www.thefamilycaregiver.org/ed/bb/messageview.cfm?catid=4&threadid=126&STARTPAGE=1
Here is a listing for a support group for young caregivers in NYC:
http://www.cancercare.org/get_help/special_progs/caregivers.php
February 6th, 2010 at 8:52 pm
I found this Googling Eden, actually — had heard from a friend that she was at Bates, and she’s someone I’ve kept an eye on in the field (in a good way, I hope). Anyway, I am more like a middle-aged caregiver, rather suddenly and recently, with a small child too. And I wanted to say thank you for the resources even if they’re not aimed directly at me. I am so very sorry about what you both have been through. I appreciate your generosity in sharing your experience and resources.
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