Mindfulness Matters
Mindful Listening Have a conversation with your grandchild or relative’s child where you listen fully without interrupting. Show them they…
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Mindfulness Matters
Nature Connection Spend at least 15 minutes outside today. Whether it’s a walk in the park or sitting in your…
Mindfulness Matters
Reflective Journaling Spend 10 minutes journaling about your day. Focus on your emotions, thoughts, and any insights gained. Say this…
Pros and Cons of School-Based Mental Health Services and Advocacy for Grandfamily Caregivers
School-based mental health services provide a vital resource for students, particularly those in grandfamilies. These services (prevention and treatment) can…
School-Based Mental Health Services: Supporting Grandfamilies
School-based mental health services are a critical component in ensuring the mental well-being of children and youth, especially those in…
Mindfulness Matters
Patience Pays When faced with a challenging situation, take a moment to pause and breathe before responding. Remind yourself that…
Mindfulness Matters
Gratitude Practice Write down three things you’re grateful for today. Reflect on why these things bring you joy and fulfillment….
Navigating School Expenses: Financial Planning Tips for Grandfamilies
How much it costs to send a child to school these days? For many grandfamilies stepping up to care for…
Uncovering Potential: Aligning Career Clusters with Children’s Natural Gifts and Talents
Have you ever wondered how to identify and nurture the unique gifts and talents within the children you are raising?…