Q: My son/daughter really enjoys helping older people. What kinds of opportunities are there in healthcare?
A: You might want to encourage them to consider nursing in a home health capacity
or in a long term care facility.
Q: How do I encourage my son or daughter to further their education.
A: Encourage them to research job opportunities that will utilize their passions. Many examples are listed under Pursuing Passions on this web site.
Q: How can I afford my son or daughter's college education?
A: There are may financial aid opportunities. If you child is thinking about a particular program, we recommend that you talk with your guidance counselor who can put you in touch with a Financial Aid Officer at a college or university. You may also want to search the web for grants, and other financial aid sources.
Q: My son or daughter is a freshman in high school and is interested in becoming a doctor or physical therapist at this point. What kinds of classes and extracurricular activities should I encourage them to take?
A: Math and science are most important, especially chemistry, biology, and anatomy. Algebra, geometry and statistics make up a good math background. Good extracurricular activities offered at their school are important to get involved in as they encourage teamwork and time management. Volunteering at church/ temple, nursing homes, and hospitals are also good for students to become involved in because they help students learn to get along with others, and learn to do things outside of their norm.
Q: My 12 year old daughter who really enjoys helping our elderly neighbors wants to be a nurse, but can't stand to see blood. How can I change her mind about being a nurse?
A: Children are often fearful of the sight of blood but most times these fears diminish as they grow older. Encourage your daughter to continue helping your neighbors, and become a junior volunteer at a local hospital or nursing home as soon as she is old enough (usually around 14). Volunteering will help her become adjusted to seeing patients with all kinds of ailments. As your daughter gets older, if she still has difficulty being around blood, she may want to consider another healthcare career that does not have the "blood exposure" but still has patient contact, like a dietician or counselor.
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