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Career Navigation at Home: Parent and Caregiver Perspectives

Author: The Britebound Center for Career Navigation at JFF   |   5-min read    |   December 15, 2025

Every family approaches career and education decisions with hopes, expectations, and concerns shaped by their own experiences. We spoke with parents and caregivers about what it means to support a child through uncertainty, changing plans, and unfamiliar options. Watch the videos below to hear how these families navigated tough conversations and discovered new ways to support their children’s paths.


When it comes to their children’s futures, parents often carry an enormous sense of responsibility. Ingrid’s story reflects what many families experience: the fear of making the wrong choice, the stress of paying for college, and the challenge of supporting a path that feels unfamiliar. Watch the video to hear how open dialogue, guidance from counselors, and family teamwork helped her and her daughter move forward with greater confidence.


High school is often treated as a straight line toward a single outcome, but for many young people, it is a time for discovery. Cheruba’s story highlights what can happen when parents shift from directing their child’s future to supporting exploration. Watch the video and explore how learning together, asking questions, and embracing unfamiliar careers can unlock pathways that feel both meaningful and achievable.

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