Over 1.3 million American children are stepping forward as frontline heroes.
Caring for family with tough medical conditions, they provide emotional, physical, and financial support that often goes unseen.
Follow five stories of kids across the US caring for a loved one...Follow five stories of kids across the US caring for a loved one...
Deryn “lives in the heart of America.” But when she gets home she puts on her dad's legs, the same way she has since she was eight years old.Deryn “lives in the heart of America.” But when she gets home she puts on her dad's legs, the same way she has since she was eight years old.
The Hawaiian word “kuleana” (responsibility) defines Kaleo and Kamaile’s care for their grandfather. College is on hold. Grandpa is the only family they have left.The Hawaiian word “kuleana” (responsibility) defines Kaleo and Kamaile’s care for their grandfather. College is on hold. Grandpa is the only family they have left.
Brian’s hair and skin began to fall away. That's when his preteen daughter, Rhianna, started defending him against his bullies.Brian’s hair and skin began to fall away. That's when his preteen daughter, Rhianna, started defending him against his bullies.
Jenna often remembers being homeless herself. She juggles caring for her ailing dad, teen sister, and newborn son.Jenna often remembers being homeless herself. She juggles caring for her ailing dad, teen sister, and newborn son.
Camille always lit up her grandfather's eyes every time she walked into the room. These days, her beloved "Pop Pop" needs her help.Camille always lit up her grandfather's eyes every time she walked into the room. These days, her beloved "Pop Pop" needs her help.
