Why Should You Support Your High School Student in Joining?
We are excited to introduce ElderMind, a nonprofit organization empowering high school students to tackle societal challenges—particularly in elder care—using advanced technologies like AI, machine learning, and robotics. Whether your child is passionate about technology, marketing, journalism, or caregiving, ElderMind provides a platform to make a real-world impact while gaining valuable experience to enhance their college applications.To learn more about the benefits for students, please visit our Student Page.
What is ElderMind?
ElderMind is a volunteer-driven nonprofit currently applying for 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. Until approval, ElderMind will not accept donations or charge membership fees, ensuring open access for all students.
Key Points for Parents
1. A Place for All Passions
ElderMind welcomes students from various backgrounds and interests, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute:
- AI, Machine Learning, and Robotics: Students passionate about cutting-edge technology can work on building innovative solutions for elder care, gaining hands-on experience in advanced tech fields.
- Marketing & Journalism: Those with a knack for storytelling and promotion can help craft compelling narratives, raise awareness, and drive adoption of elder care solutions.
- Caregiving & Community Engagement: Students focused on human connection can bridge the gap between technology and elders, ensuring that solutions address real pain points and foster genuine relationships.
- Collaborative Success: ElderMind’s structure encourages interdisciplinary teamwork, allowing students to contribute their unique skills while learning from others.
Encourage your child to explore how their passions can thrive at ElderMind by visiting our Student Page.
2. Transparent and Open Contributions
- All student contributions—whether technical, creative, or caregiving-related—will be placed in the public domain. Students will receive appropriate credit and attribution but will not retain ownership, ensuring that their work benefits a broad audience while enhancing their public profiles.
3. Parent-Led Support and Infrastructure
- ElderMind’s technology stack, caregiver connections, and university outreach are supported by parent volunteers. This collaborative framework ensures that students and parents have the resources and guidance they need to succeed.
4. Discretionary Membership
- Inclusion of students and parents in ElderMind is at the sole discretion of the organization. We seek to maintain a committed community aligned with our mission to enhance elder care through a diverse range of skills.
Legal Disclaimer
- Voluntary Participation: ElderMind is a volunteer-driven organization facilitating learning, mentorship, and collaboration—not a profit-making entity or product provider.
- No Liability: Participation is voluntary, and ElderMind assumes no responsibility for outcomes related to involvement, such as project success, university admissions, or career advancement.
- No Guarantee of Acceptance: Involvement with ElderMind does not guarantee university admissions, competition victories, or career outcomes.
- No Legal Claims: By participating, parents and students agree not to pursue legal action against ElderMind, its board members, or volunteers.
Join Us in Shaping the Future
ElderMind offers your child the chance to develop crucial skills, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact on elder care—whether they’re tech-focused or passionate about human connection.
Participation in ElderMind is governed by our Terms of Service, which outline expectations for all members.