Press Alert | May 18, 2025 – A new article, sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and published on the Boston Globe website, spotlights young caregivers in New England.

“Hidden Helpers: Young Caregivers in New England” shares stories like Juliana Motta’s, who cared for her grandfather with ALS while studying, and Rachel Cottman-Alvear’s, who faced unsupported caregiving from age 6.

Articles like this are vital for raising awareness about the millions of young caregivers balancing immense responsibilities, often unnoticed.

The piece highlights AACY’s efforts, with Ann Faraone, our Director of Education Services, noting the need for schools to support students showing signs like absences or slipping grades. It also features Feylyn Lewis, PhD, a member of AACY’s National Advisory Council and Caregiving Youth Research Collaborative, who underscores the role of peer support in young caregivers’ mental health.

Read the article: https://sponsored.bostonglobe.com/harvard-pilgrim-health-care/young-caregivers/

Gratitude to Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Mariya Greeley for bringing these stories to light.