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HELPFUL LINKS:
National Mental Health Association
The Youth Outreach Union
Teen Central
KidsHealth
If you are organized and like to help people. . . manage projects and make the plans for a successful and smoothly-run company, then investigate careers in the Administrative Support industry!
HELPFUL LINKS:
Pennsylvania CareerLink
Occupational Information Network
Pennsylvania Occupational Outlook Handbook
Three Rivers Workforce Investment Board
Three Rivers Workforce Investment Board Youth Policy Council
Working Order
Teens who have siblings with disabilities face unique family challenges – and also bring a unique perspective to others about accepting people with disabilities.
HELPFUL LINKS:
The ARC
Recommended Reading:
Lobato, D.J. (1990). "Brothers, Sisters, and Special Needs: Information and Activities for Helping Young Siblings of Children with Chronic Illnesses and Developmental Disabilities." Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., Inc.
Teens take part in a unique program that helps them explore medical careers and also learn about a devastating illness that affects thousands of Americans.
HELPFUL LINKS:
Lupus Center of Excellence
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TEENS & DEPRESSION
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT & HELP DESK/IT CAREERS
LUPUS