A New America report reveals that caregiving students in higher education experience significant housing instability and affordability issues. Many are unaware of available institutional aid, exacerbating their challenges. The report highlights the need for better support to address these barriers.
Key Points
- Caregiving students face higher rates of housing insecurity and affordability problems.
- Limited awareness of institutional aid contributes to ongoing challenges.
- Report calls for improved resources and support for student caregivers.
Implications for Educational Freedom
This highlights barriers to higher education access for caregiving students, potentially including parents, which could indirectly impact parental empowerment by limiting educational opportunities. However, it has no direct implications for K-12 school choice or vouchers.
Source: Caregiving Students Face Increased Housing Insecurity