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Student caregivers make up 5 million college students nationwide, according to a recent AARP survey. Balancing the rigors of their studies with the demands of caring for a loved one is a daily struggle, one that impacts the quality of their coursework. How can colleges provide greater support to help these students along the path to success?
Read how Georgia Southwestern State University and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers prioritizes the needs of its student caregivers in the case study, Supporting Student Caregivers: How a campus partner and regional needs influenced a Georgia university's efforts.
- Encouraging students to be transparent about their caregiving responsibilities. AARP reports that one quarter of students surveyed had felt discriminated against by their colleges for their role as caregiver, but GSW lets students know in advance that they will be supported and understood.
- Let caregivers know they are not alone. Holding seminars and events for student caregivers can provide them knowledge and skills that support them outside the classroom and make them feel a greater sense of belonging.
- Provide financial support. 6 in 10 student caregivers say their caregiving duties have affected their ability to pay for college. Offering financial incentives to students who show an interest in caregiving can help support them on the road to a career.
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Student caregivers make up 5 million college students nationwide, according to a recent AARP survey. Balancing the rigors of their studies with the demands of caring for a loved one is a daily struggle, one that impacts the quality of their coursework. How can colleges provide greater support to help these students along the path to success?
Read how Georgia Southwestern State University and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers prioritizes the needs of its student caregivers in the case study, Supporting Student Caregivers: How a campus partner and regional needs influenced a Georgia university's efforts.
- Encouraging students to be transparent about their caregiving responsibilities. AARP reports that one quarter of students surveyed had felt discriminated against by their colleges for their role as caregiver, but GSW lets students know in advance that they will be supported and understood.
- Let caregivers know they are not alone. Holding seminars and events for student caregivers can provide them knowledge and skills that support them outside the classroom and make them feel a greater sense of belonging.
- Provide financial support. 6 in 10 student caregivers say their caregiving duties have affected their ability to pay for college. Offering financial incentives to students who show an interest in caregiving can help support them on the road to a career.
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