Young Caregiver Blog
Young Caregiver Blog
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We are the Young Caregivers Collective of Canada.
At the YCCC, we join together to lift up the stories of young carers and acknowledge them as leaders, wisdom-holders, advocates, storytellers, and change-makers across Canada.
In our blog, you’ll find:
Stories from members of our Collective sharing wisdom, challenges, and guidance
Guest contributions from young carers, highlighting their own journey, stories, and wisdom
Perspectives from researchers and professionals working to understand and support young carers in policy, healthcare, education, and beyond.
Whether you're a young carer yourself, a professional, a researcher, a policymaker, or simply someone who wants to listen and learn—this blog is for you.
Welcome to a growing movement to support young carers across Canada. Your story matters here.
We are stronger together. Read our Call to Action blog post to explore the priorities young carers have identified and the changes we're calling for across Canada.
Lux & Rebekah
Stories from Young Caregivers
Stories from Young Caregivers
How navigating her father's stroke motivated a reconnection to community and friendship.
Monika
How even a small amount of support in the home can be a game-changer for young caregivers.
Saige
A reflection on how palliative care services helped renew a granddaughter-grandfather relationship that had been changed through caregiving.
Melodie
Tensions in the Term "Young Caregiver"
Tensions in the Term "Young Caregiver"
Coming soon...
Madalena
Young Caregivers in Practice
Young Caregivers in Practice
Maria Panzera
Advance Practice Nurse Palliative Care & Hospice Palliative Care Nurse Educator
News and Events
News and Events
The Young Caregiver Council of Canada is proud to announce the launch of a new, curated list of supports, including resources specifically designed for young carers.
Camryn
Thoughts on the future for young caregivers and our inclusion in changing health and social policy and practice across Canada.
Oliver, Saige, Benji, Melodie, Monika, and Rebekah
A recap of our takeaways from the National Caregiver Day Symposium's panel on young caregivers.
Oliver, Madalena, Lux, Nick & Rebekah
Research and Policy
Research and Policy
A Canada-wide Young Caregivers Policy Framework
Coming soon...
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