Objectives. We examined the prevalence, characteristics, and responsibilities of young adults age... more Objectives. We examined the prevalence, characteristics, and responsibilities of young adults aged 18 to 25 years who are caregivers for ill, elderly, or disabled family members or friends. Methods. We analyzed 2 previously published national studies (from 1998 and 2004) of adult caregivers. Results. Young adult caregivers make up between 12% and 18% of the total number of adult caregivers. Over half are male, and the average age is 21. Most young adults are caring for a female relative, most often a grandmother. Young adult caregivers identified a variety of unmet needs, including obtaining medical help, information, and help making end-of-life decisions. Conclusions. Analysis of these 2 surveys broadens our understanding of the spectrum of family caregivers by focusing on caregivers between the ages of 18 and 25 years. The high proportion of young men raises questions about the appropriateness of current support services, which are typically used by older women. Concerted efforts ...
The United States (U.S.) is undergoing three major trends, which are converging and changing the ... more The United States (U.S.) is undergoing three major trends, which are converging and changing the housing market. The first trend is housing inventory is constrained in much of the U.S. As a result, home prices have increased to an inflation‐adjusted 49 percent from 2012 to 2017 (National Association of Realtors 2018b) and has become out of reach for many Americans as incomes have risen 14 percent in the same timeframe (U.S. Census Bureau 2018a). The second trend is the homeownership rate for those under the age of 35, Black/African American, and Hispanic/Latino adults has not rebounded since the Great Recession in the United States (U.S.). The third trend is the amount of student loan debt in the U.S. has increased about 70 percent from 2007 to 2017 (Chakrabarti et al. 2017) and is concentrated among those under the age of 35, Black/African Americans, and Hispanic/Latinos. This thesis explores the intersection of these trends through the application of quantitative and qualitative a...
She has experience in managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research studies. She i... more She has experience in managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research studies. She is also experienced in statistical analysis, reporting and coding. She received a M.A. in Public Policy from American University (DC), a B.A. in Political Science, and a B.A. in Law and Justice both from Central Washington University (WA). She previously served as an undergraduate research assistant at Central Washington University. DAVID HAWKINS is the director of public policy for the National Association for College Admission Counseling. In his capacity as such, he authored the NACAC State of College Admission report. Immediately preceding his tenure at NACAC, he was appointed by President Clinton to serve as a congressional affairs offi cer at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. His prior experience includes service as research director for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and fi nance director for Mary Sinclair, Virginia First District democratic congressional candidate. David received a B.A. and M.A. in Government from the College of William and Mary (VA).
Objectives. We examined the prevalence, characteristics, and responsibilities of young adults age... more Objectives. We examined the prevalence, characteristics, and responsibilities of young adults aged 18 to 25 years who are caregivers for ill, elderly, or disabled family members or friends. Methods. We analyzed 2 previously published national studies (from 1998 and 2004) of adult caregivers. Results. Young adult caregivers make up between 12% and 18% of the total number of adult caregivers. Over half are male, and the average age is 21. Most young adults are caring for a female relative, most often a grandmother. Young adult caregivers identified a variety of unmet needs, including obtaining medical help, information, and help making end-of-life decisions. Conclusions. Analysis of these 2 surveys broadens our understanding of the spectrum of family caregivers by focusing on caregivers between the ages of 18 and 25 years. The high proportion of young men raises questions about the appropriateness of current support services, which are typically used by older women. Concerted efforts ...
The United States (U.S.) is undergoing three major trends, which are converging and changing the ... more The United States (U.S.) is undergoing three major trends, which are converging and changing the housing market. The first trend is housing inventory is constrained in much of the U.S. As a result, home prices have increased to an inflation‐adjusted 49 percent from 2012 to 2017 (National Association of Realtors 2018b) and has become out of reach for many Americans as incomes have risen 14 percent in the same timeframe (U.S. Census Bureau 2018a). The second trend is the homeownership rate for those under the age of 35, Black/African American, and Hispanic/Latino adults has not rebounded since the Great Recession in the United States (U.S.). The third trend is the amount of student loan debt in the U.S. has increased about 70 percent from 2007 to 2017 (Chakrabarti et al. 2017) and is concentrated among those under the age of 35, Black/African Americans, and Hispanic/Latinos. This thesis explores the intersection of these trends through the application of quantitative and qualitative a...
She has experience in managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research studies. She i... more She has experience in managing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research studies. She is also experienced in statistical analysis, reporting and coding. She received a M.A. in Public Policy from American University (DC), a B.A. in Political Science, and a B.A. in Law and Justice both from Central Washington University (WA). She previously served as an undergraduate research assistant at Central Washington University. DAVID HAWKINS is the director of public policy for the National Association for College Admission Counseling. In his capacity as such, he authored the NACAC State of College Admission report. Immediately preceding his tenure at NACAC, he was appointed by President Clinton to serve as a congressional affairs offi cer at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. His prior experience includes service as research director for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and fi nance director for Mary Sinclair, Virginia First District democratic congressional candidate. David received a B.A. and M.A. in Government from the College of William and Mary (VA).
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